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RX08 FKK

2008 Piaggio Vespa Gts

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,783 mi
Last recorded17,783 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa Gts12,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FKK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa Gts
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 17,783 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 14,105 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded underside of frame (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2016 14,105 miles

Headlamp aim not tested cannot test as no dip beam (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm no tread on offside of tyre (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2015 11,798 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 9,954 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,955 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 9,955 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 5,893 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 4,301 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Mar 2011 4,299 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa Gts?

Based on 4,492 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
838
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
458
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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RX08 FKK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa Gts in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa Gts models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 12,601 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 Gts fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 FKK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa Gts typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa Gts is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX08 FKK registered?

RX08 FKK is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa Gts, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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