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RX08 FFO

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,772 mi
Last recorded19,772 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FFO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 19,772 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear possibly from being underinflated (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2020 19,772 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit uneven wear possibly from being underinflated (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 19,098 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 18,389 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 18,389 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 17,687 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 15,230 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2014 13,169 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 12,047 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 7,560 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 7,560 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 FFO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FFO, 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.

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What year was RX08 FFO registered?

RX08 FFO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RX08 FFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 FFO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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