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AU59 BWX

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

23,406 mi
Last recorded23,406 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 BWX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Sep 2024 23,406 miles

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

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced underbody holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 23,129 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 23,129 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 22,664 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 22,664 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect no damping in front shock (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 21,593 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 21,077 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 20,216 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,419 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,513 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 16,977 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 16,319 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 16,319 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2013 12,895 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,333 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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AU59 BWX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AU59 BWX, 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 AU59 BWX registered?

AU59 BWX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 September 2009.

Is AU59 BWX safe to buy?

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