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LD09 GFJ

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,884 mi
Last recorded6,884 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD09 GFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2022 6,884 miles

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess slight wear (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 6 Apr 2022 6,884 miles

Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess slight wear (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2020 5,115 miles

Front brake calliper covered in fluid at start of test - fluid cleaned off and brake held under pressure. - No signs of leaks after fluid cleaned off & checked for leaks.

No rear number plate light fitted at time of test, however vehicle is a moped & this is exactable. As per section 4.7.1 of manual stating "Some mopeds might not have a registration plate lamp"

No stand or rear lower fairings fitted at time of test.

Oil/fuel feed pipes to carb perished/deteriorated but not leaking.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear tyre has cuts but none deep enough to expose canvas.

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Front shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated but not to excess. (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 31 Dec 2020 5,115 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front brake calliper covered in fluid at start of test - fluid cleaned off and brake held under pressure. - No signs of leaks after fluid cleaned off & checked for leaks.

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

No stand or rear lower fairings fitted at time of test.

Oil/fuel feed pipes to carb perished/deteriorated but not leaking.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear tyre has cuts but none deep enough to expose canvas.

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Front shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated but not to excess. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2014 4,365 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 4,365 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 3,574 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 2,829 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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LD09 GFJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 LD09 GFJ, 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 LD09 GFJ registered?

LD09 GFJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 June 2009.

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