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LX09 EGF

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,232 mi
Last recorded23,232 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX09 EGF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 23,232 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 23,510 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,948 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 22,455 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 22,406 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jan 2022 19,927 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 19,927 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 18,171 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

rear brake lever slightly loose

Pass 22 May 2019 17,450 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 16,781 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 14,616 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2013 14,616 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 13,713 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 13,713 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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 EGF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LX09 EGF, 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 LX09 EGF registered?

LX09 EGF is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is LX09 EGF safe to buy?

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