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LJ09 HKM

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

15,509 mi
Last recorded15,509 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 HKM
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 15,509 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2026 15,509 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 13,545 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 13,077 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 12,813 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 12,813 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 12,083 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 11,193 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 11,193 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 10,493 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 9,666 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 9,666 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 8,164 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 8,024 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 4,754 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 4,754 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 2,873 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 2,848 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 2,626 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 HKM is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 HKM, 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 HKM registered?

LJ09 HKM is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 March 2009.

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