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RX08 FKG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,672 mi
Last recorded21,672 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FKG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2025 21,672 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 21,626 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 18,976 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 18,895 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 17,453 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 14,457 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 13,517 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 12,396 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 9,774 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 9,608 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 8,653 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,075 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,566 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 6,425 miles

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

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 FKG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FKG, 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

How do I check the history of RX08 FKG?

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What year was RX08 FKG registered?

RX08 FKG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is RX08 FKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 FKG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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