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LJ09 HHF

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,395 mi
Last recorded47,395 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 HHF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 47,395 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 43,838 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 43,833 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 43,833 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2019 36,603 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 30,981 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 30,981 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 19,058 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 13,157 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2013 9,390 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 8,527 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 8,527 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 8,348 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 HHF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HHF, 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 HHF registered?

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

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The MOT history for LJ09 HHF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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