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SF08 EEV

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,800 mi
Last recorded3,800 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 EEV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 3,800 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 3,711 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2024 3,711 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 1,020 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 659 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 657 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 655 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 649 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 625 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 600 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 598 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 571 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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SF08 EEV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SF08 EEV, 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 SF08 EEV registered?

SF08 EEV is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SF08 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 EEV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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