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LJ09 EUU

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,432 mi
Last recorded29,432 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 EUU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 29,432 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 28,628 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 26,998 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 25,014 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 25,014 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 22,549 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2020 22,549 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 21,515 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 18,329 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 16,337 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 15,027 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 15,027 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 11,133 miles

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

Fail 30 Sep 2015 11,133 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 6,420 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 2,530 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 1,248 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 1,248 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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LJ09 EUU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LJ09 EUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ09 EUU registered?

LJ09 EUU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is LJ09 EUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 EUU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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