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LJ09 RPU

2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

54,598 mi
Last recorded54,598 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 RPU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2022 54,598 miles

Front Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2021 38,903 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 36,539 miles

Front CORRODED LOWER

Pass 16 Jul 2019 35,714 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 May 2018 31,185 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 31,185 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2017 28,424 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 28,424 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 May 2016 24,989 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 17,346 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 13,072 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 8,001 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2012 8,001 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LJ09 RPU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 14,232 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 LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ09 RPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ09 RPU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 9 July 2009.

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