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RX08 GBO

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,191 mi
Last recorded21,191 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 GBO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 21,191 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 10,971 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 36,365 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 35,395 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 32,714 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 32,178 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 32,178 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 28,355 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 23,506 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 23,506 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 19,942 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 18,486 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 15,995 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 GBO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GBO, 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 GBO registered?

RX08 GBO is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is RX08 GBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 GBO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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