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LJ59 AMO

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

40,176 mi
Last recorded40,176 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 AMO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 40,176 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor/belly pan area showing firsr signs of rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 40,126 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 39,864 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

rubber engine mount showing cracks

Pass 26 Sep 2022 38,474 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 36,355 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 34,584 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,384 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2018 30,238 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

number plate cracked

Fail 19 May 2018 30,210 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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))

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

number plate cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2017 26,183 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 25,247 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 25,247 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,921 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 15,778 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 15,344 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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LJ59 AMO is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 LJ59 AMO, 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.

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What year was LJ59 AMO registered?

LJ59 AMO is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 September 2009.

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