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CX59 FKA

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

21,924 mi
Last recorded21,924 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX59 FKA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 21,924 miles

Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 21,916 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 21,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 21,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 20,531 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 16,103 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 16,103 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 10,842 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 10,401 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess engine / rear swingarm (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 3,088 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 2,192 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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CX59 FKA is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CX59 FKA, 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 CX59 FKA registered?

CX59 FKA is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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