MOT Status
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21,034 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Rubber mount slight deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Rubber mount slight deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Weak (7.7 (c))
Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Engine case loose righthand
Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess Engine rubber mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))
Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
nearside rear indicator slightly loose
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
high revs and start up and rear wheel spins with exessive revs
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?
Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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LJ09 HLK is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.
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 HLK, 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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LJ09 HLK is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 July 2009.
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