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AE09 JPY

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,999 mi
Last recorded26,999 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE09 JPY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 26,999 miles

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

Rear reg. plate damaged

Pass 15 Apr 2019 26,330 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 25,410 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 25,410 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 23,456 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 22,076 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 22,076 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 18,989 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 18,989 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 14,169 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 14,169 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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AE09 JPY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 12,446 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 AE09 JPY, 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 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE09 JPY registered?

AE09 JPY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is AE09 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE09 JPY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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