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LK09 GFE

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,408 mi
Last recorded22,408 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 GFE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 22,408 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 20,373 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,368 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 15,570 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2016 15,570 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 11,331 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 11,331 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Apr 2014 8,299 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 8,299 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 6,433 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 6,433 miles

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

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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LK09 GFE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LK09 GFE, 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 LK09 GFE registered?

LK09 GFE is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 March 2009.

Is LK09 GFE safe to buy?

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