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LJ09 VHE

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,581 mi
Last recorded23,581 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 VHE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 23,581 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 21,966 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 19,879 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 18,636 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 18,636 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2017 15,405 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 14,272 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 14,272 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 10,916 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 7,925 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 6,433 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 VHE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VHE, 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 VHE registered?

LJ09 VHE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 August 2009.

Is LJ09 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ09 VHE shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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