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HW09 BDZ

2009 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,219 mi
Last recorded43,219 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 BDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 43,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 May 2025 42,878 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 42,468 miles

Exhaust noisy lovely snorty exhaust note (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2023 42,017 miles

Exhaust noisy snorty note (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 41,037 miles

Exhaust noisy snorty exhaust (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 40,985 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 40,918 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 40,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 38,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 37,971 miles

Rear Rear wheel spindle loose Play in rear wheel. Could be nut loose or play in splines (2.4.A.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,055 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 35,055 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 31,226 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 26,627 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 21,961 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2012 17,881 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HW09 BDZ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HW09 BDZ, 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

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What year was HW09 BDZ registered?

HW09 BDZ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is HW09 BDZ safe to buy?

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