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RX08 EHJ

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,055 mi
Last recorded17,055 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 EHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 17,055 miles

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess engine o mount slight play (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2025 16,985 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2024 16,901 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2023 16,861 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 15,882 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 15,882 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 14,835 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 13,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 12,978 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 11,979 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 10,228 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 9,650 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 8,766 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 7,436 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 6,419 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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RX08 EHJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 12,926 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 EHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX08 EHJ registered?

RX08 EHJ is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is RX08 EHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 EHJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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