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YX08 KAE

2008 Piaggio MP3 250

Blue Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,021 mi
Last recorded12,021 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Piaggio MP3 25020,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 KAE
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3 250
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2024 12,021 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 11,831 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2017 11,831 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Mar 2016 10,704 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 9,027 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 7,603 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 7,603 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 7,033 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 3,499 miles

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3 250?

Based on 2,340 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,384
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
suspension bush has excessive free play 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 17
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YX08 KAE is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 250 in Blue with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio MP3 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 20,051 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 MP3 250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX08 KAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio MP3 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX08 KAE is a 2008 Piaggio MP3 250, first registered on 4 June 2008.

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