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SF08 NHG

2008 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,282 mi
Last recorded9,282 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa12,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 NHG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2017 9,282 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 8,209 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 29 May 2015 7,368 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 6,361 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 6,361 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 May 2013 5,427 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 4,321 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 4,267 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 4,214 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 4,214 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e) DANGEROUS

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

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 NHG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NHG, 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 NHG registered?

SF08 NHG is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is SF08 NHG safe to buy?

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