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LJ59 HLX

2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

32,867 mi
Last recorded32,867 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 HLX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 32,867 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2025 32,859 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 30,680 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 28,582 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 26,751 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2022 26,731 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 24,478 miles

Front Lower Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 22,966 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 21,758 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2018 19,022 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 18,782 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 18,782 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 16,519 miles

The O/S/F indicator lamp is contaminated with water.

Fail 9 Jul 2016 16,489 miles

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

The O/S/F indicator lamp is contaminated with water.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 13,380 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 8,981 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 8,786 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 3 May 2013 8,786 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 125?

Based on 8,677 MOT tests across 963 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
1,139
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
963
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 140
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 73
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 56
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 46
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LJ59 HLX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 14,232 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 LX 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ59 HLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ59 HLX registered?

LJ59 HLX is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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