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HW09 BEU

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,562 mi
Last recorded18,562 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW09 BEU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 18,562 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 18,561 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre wearing uneven

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 18,070 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

rear brake on min efficiency requires adj or repair

Pass 6 Apr 2018 16,623 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

covers & cowlings obscuring some components

rear brake effort could be improved

Pass 30 May 2015 8,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 May 2015 8,933 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 6,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 6,758 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 31 May 2013 6,629 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 May 2012 4,985 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2012 4,985 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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HW09 BEU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HW09 BEU, 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 HW09 BEU registered?

HW09 BEU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 April 2009.

Is HW09 BEU safe to buy?

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