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LK09 HRL

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,796 mi
Last recorded34,796 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 HRL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 34,796 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 33,743 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 29,372 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 25,440 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 25,440 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Pass 23 Jan 2017 24,884 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 23 Jan 2017 24,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 24,233 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 20,884 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 19,707 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 19,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,219 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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 HRL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HRL, 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 HRL registered?

LK09 HRL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 July 2009.

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