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AU59 BXE

2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,476 mi
Last recorded22,476 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU59 BXE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 22,476 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 21,310 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 20,210 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 18,886 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 17,539 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 16,891 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 16,891 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 15,927 miles

seat catch broken,secured by strap.

Pass 16 Nov 2018 14,459 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 12,824 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 11,503 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 11,425 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded underbody (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 9,822 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 8,476 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2013 6,895 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 6,895 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 5,366 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 5,366 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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AU59 BXE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 14,232 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU59 BXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU59 BXE registered?

AU59 BXE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AU59 BXE safe to buy?

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