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LJ09 EXE

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

37,877 mi
Last recorded37,877 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 EXE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 37,877 miles

Front head lamp lens slightly faded

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2025 36,866 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2025 36,866 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 May 2024 36,199 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2023 34,950 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 33,688 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2018 36,762 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 30,564 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 24,168 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,263 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 11,914 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 8,825 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 6,845 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,781 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 6,781 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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 EXE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EXE, 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 EXE registered?

LJ09 EXE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 April 2009.

Is LJ09 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 EXE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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