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AY59 BXV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,845 mi
Last recorded15,845 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 BXV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 15,845 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 15,724 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 15,377 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 14,925 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 14,833 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 10,747 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 10,747 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 21 May 2016 9,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 9,296 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 5,694 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 1,269 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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AY59 BXV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY59 BXV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY59 BXV?

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What year was AY59 BXV registered?

AY59 BXV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is AY59 BXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY59 BXV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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