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LC59 FWR

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,570 mi
Last recorded26,570 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC59 FWR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2021 26,570 miles

front tyre starting to crack and perish

Pass 15 Jun 2020 26,534 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 26,534 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 26,534 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2017 26,534 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 26,533 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 26,533 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,916 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,208 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 11,208 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 10,190 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 10,184 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Offside Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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 FWR is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FWR, 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 FWR registered?

LC59 FWR is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 November 2009.

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