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LJ58 FEV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,336 mi
Last recorded14,336 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 FEV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2024 14,336 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 14,336 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 14,336 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 14,221 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 14,204 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 19 Sep 2020 14,204 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 13,769 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake lever bent, but does not impair operation

Pass 12 Jun 2017 13,538 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 13,377 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 10 Mar 2016 13,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 12,993 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 12,993 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 12,959 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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LJ58 FEV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LJ58 FEV, 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 LJ58 FEV registered?

LJ58 FEV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 February 2009.

Is LJ58 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ58 FEV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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