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LC09 RHJ

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,150 mi
Last recorded34,150 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 RHJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 34,150 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 33,996 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2024 33,953 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 33,827 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 33,688 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 33,538 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 33,538 miles

All position lamps not working Front (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 31,863 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 30,623 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 30,184 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,869 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 22,983 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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LC09 RHJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LC09 RHJ, 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 LC09 RHJ registered?

LC09 RHJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 August 2009.

Is LC09 RHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC09 RHJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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