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LK59 EEV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,999 mi
Last recorded49,999 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK59 EEV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 49,999 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 46,485 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 46,032 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 43,032 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jan 2023 36,890 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 36,890 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2022 28,707 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 19,387 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 19,387 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 19,387 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2018 19,387 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 19,387 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 18,106 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 15,254 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 10,939 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 7,224 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 4,051 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 2,604 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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LK59 EEV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LK59 EEV, 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 LK59 EEV registered?

LK59 EEV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 September 2009.

Is LK59 EEV safe to buy?

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