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RX08 FWS

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,330 mi
Last recorded18,330 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FWS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 18,330 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 18,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Jul 2023 18,256 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2022 16,228 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 15,581 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 14,804 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 14,108 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 13,569 miles

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 13,281 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 12,778 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2015 11,718 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2014 10,915 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 10,915 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,202 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 9,382 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 7,207 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 FWS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FWS, 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 FWS registered?

RX08 FWS is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is RX08 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 FWS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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