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LK59 FSG

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

30,311 mi
Last recorded30,311 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK59 FSG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 30,311 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2025 30,311 miles

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

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively worn (1.1.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 11,343 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 10,000 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 10,000 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2022 10,000 miles

Rear Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 10,000 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2021 10,000 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 20,697 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 20,696 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 12,199 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 12,199 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2018 9,513 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 9,484 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 8,882 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 8,778 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 8,756 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 8,756 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2013 8,245 miles

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

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 FSG is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 FSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LK59 FSG registered?

LK59 FSG is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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