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LK09 DFY

2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

22,275 mi
Last recorded22,275 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 12514,232 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 DFY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 22,275 miles

Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 20,915 miles

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 20,915 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 19,069 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 15,797 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 14,852 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 13,891 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 12,410 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 10,930 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,999 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 8,411 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 6,964 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,288 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 4,288 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 4,189 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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LK09 DFY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LK09 DFY, 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 LK09 DFY registered?

LK09 DFY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa LX 125, first registered on 6 March 2009.

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