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SF08 EEW

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,371 mi
Last recorded17,371 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 EEW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 17,371 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,698 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 16,108 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 16,108 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 15,644 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,259 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 13,246 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 7,890 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 3,958 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 3,778 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 EEW is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EEW, 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 EEW registered?

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

Is SF08 EEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF08 EEW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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