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FJ08 HSC

2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,837 mi
Last recorded12,837 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 508,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 HSC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa S 50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2017 12,837 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 12,773 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 11,462 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 10,084 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 6,963 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa S 50?

Based on 2,352 MOT tests across 288 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
563
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
288
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 23
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Headlamp aim too low 15
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FJ08 HSC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 8,238 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa S 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 HSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa S 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Piaggio Vespa S 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ08 HSC?

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What year was FJ08 HSC registered?

FJ08 HSC is a 2008 Piaggio Vespa S 50, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is FJ08 HSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 HSC shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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