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LJ09 LKC

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,729 mi
Last recorded13,729 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 LKC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 13,729 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 13,729 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 13,729 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 12,549 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 14 Apr 2015 12,546 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

slight play in front wheel

Pass 5 Apr 2014 10,152 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 7,621 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

panels restricted view to test

Pass 26 Apr 2012 6,252 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 LKC is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LKC, 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 LKC registered?

LJ09 LKC is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 April 2009.

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