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LJ09 VJU

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

62,657 mi
Last recorded62,657 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 VJU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 62,657 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 56,342 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2019 56,340 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 50,400 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 50,400 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 43,981 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 43,981 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2015 37,586 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 31,228 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 25,645 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 18,841 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 VJU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VJU, 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 VJU registered?

LJ09 VJU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 August 2009.

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The MOT history for LJ09 VJU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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