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LJ09 EVF

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,687 mi
Last recorded12,687 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 EVF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 12,687 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 12,687 miles
Fail 5 May 2022 12,687 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 12,687 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 12,687 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2020 12,687 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Fail 19 Jan 2020 12,687 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 12,687 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 12,179 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 8,351 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 6,108 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 3,353 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 May 2014 3,353 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 21 May 2013 1,901 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 21 May 2013 1,901 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 EVF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LJ09 EVF, 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 LJ09 EVF registered?

LJ09 EVF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 26 June 2009.

Is LJ09 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 EVF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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