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LB59 ETX

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,876 mi
Last recorded6,876 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 ETX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 6,876 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 6,876 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 2,893 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 2,887 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 2,481 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 336 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 16,712 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2013 16,712 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 16,712 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 16,712 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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 ETX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LB59 ETX, 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 ETX registered?

LB59 ETX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 December 2009.

Is LB59 ETX safe to buy?

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