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LK09 HVW

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,893 mi
Last recorded22,893 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 HVW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 22,893 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 22,660 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 21,160 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 17,462 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 17,462 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 15,621 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2016 15,621 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 14,902 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2013 8,745 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 8,745 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 7,301 miles

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 HVW 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 HVW, 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 HVW registered?

LK09 HVW is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 May 2009.

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