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LJ59 HCV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,898 mi
Last recorded12,898 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2012
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 HCV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2012 12,898 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 12,898 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))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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 HCV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LJ59 HCV, 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 HCV registered?

LJ59 HCV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 September 2009.

Is LJ59 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ59 HCV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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