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LJ09 RKF

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,015 mi
Last recorded15,015 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 RKF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 15,015 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 14,987 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 14,985 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 14,985 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 14,985 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 14,985 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2016 10,268 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 10,028 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 10,028 miles

Rear Registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 May 2015 9,887 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 9,542 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 9,111 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 8,650 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 RKF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc 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 RKF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ09 RKF registered?

LJ09 RKF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 June 2009.

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The MOT history for LJ09 RKF 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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