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AE59 HLH

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,614 mi
Last recorded36,614 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE59 HLH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 36,614 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 24,183 miles

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 24,183 miles

Suspension has slightly inadequate damping effect

Fail 10 Dec 2018 24,183 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2017 15,476 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 12,909 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn badly out of shape (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 9,653 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm at lowest point at time of test. (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2014 7,747 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2013

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 4,371 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 4,371 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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AE59 HLH is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AE59 HLH, 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 AE59 HLH registered?

AE59 HLH is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 October 2009.

Is AE59 HLH safe to buy?

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