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LB59 BUU

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,383 mi
Last recorded20,383 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 BUU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 20,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

ODOMETER INOP

Pass 27 Nov 2024 20,383 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 20,383 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 20,383 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 20,383 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 20,383 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 20,383 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 20,383 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 20,383 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 20,383 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 7,324 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 16,893 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 12,923 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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LB59 BUU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LB59 BUU, 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 LB59 BUU registered?

LB59 BUU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2009.

Is LB59 BUU safe to buy?

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