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LJ09 HHP

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,236 mi
Last recorded55,236 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 HHP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 55,236 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 49,228 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 49,228 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2018 43,720 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 39,151 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 33,554 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 28,897 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 22,586 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2014 22,581 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 9 May 2014 22,367 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 May 2013 18,037 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 18,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,354 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 HHP is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HHP, 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 HHP registered?

LJ09 HHP is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 June 2009.

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