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EA59 WZD

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

9,536 mi
Last recorded9,536 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA59 WZD
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 9,536 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2024 8,359 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2024 8,359 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 7,627 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 7,440 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 7,030 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 6,623 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ferrule slightly corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2019 6,620 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated ferrule slightly corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2015 6,286 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey silencer corroded (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Aug 2015 6,286 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey silencer corroded (7.1.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies not operating when front brake applied (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 5,034 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 3,815 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 3,807 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 3,807 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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EA59 WZD is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EA59 WZD, 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 EA59 WZD registered?

EA59 WZD is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 November 2009.

Is EA59 WZD safe to buy?

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