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LK09 JBV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,233 mi
Last recorded34,233 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK09 JBV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 34,233 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 33,787 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 32,953 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 31,176 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 31,176 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 29,179 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 29,179 miles

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 25,632 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jun 2017 25,632 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 22,047 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,619 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 14,345 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,602 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 JBV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 JBV, 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 JBV registered?

LK09 JBV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 May 2009.

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