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LC59 FWL

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,014 mi
Last recorded32,014 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 FWL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 32,014 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 30,954 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 30,228 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust mounting bracket rusted through in places but still secure

Fail 10 Jul 2024 30,228 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

exhaust mounting bracket rusted through in places but still secure

Pass 2 Jun 2023 28,712 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 28,712 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 27,791 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 27,791 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 27,713 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 24,470 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2018 24,470 miles

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

Stop lamp not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2016 20,207 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 20,207 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 18,532 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 18,532 miles

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

Headlamp bulb holder deteriorating

Pass 5 Nov 2013 18,532 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 17,245 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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LC59 FWL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 LC59 FWL, 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 LC59 FWL registered?

LC59 FWL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 November 2009.

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