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LX09 CRV

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,600 mi
Last recorded10,600 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 CRV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 10,600 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

suspect noisey front wheel bearing

Pass 9 Jul 2021 10,600 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jun 2021 10,600 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake caliper has no reserve travel and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

front wheel bearing not checked due to binding brake

Pass 24 Oct 2019 10,547 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2019 10,547 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2018 8,697 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2017 8,642 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 8,642 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 8,641 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 8,641 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,356 miles

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

front tyre worn uneavenly

Pass 16 May 2014 5,056 miles

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

rear number plate damaged but still readable

Pass 23 May 2013 3,372 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 2,247 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 2,247 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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LX09 CRV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX09 CRV, 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 LX09 CRV registered?

LX09 CRV is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is LX09 CRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX09 CRV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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