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RX09 DZC

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Cream Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,839 mi
Last recorded13,839 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 DZC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2026 13,839 miles

Central Front Upper Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holes in floor pan needs welding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 13,637 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 13,054 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 11,860 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 9,790 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 9,639 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 9,604 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 7,062 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 7,062 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Jun 2015 4,649 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 3,445 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 2,632 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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RX09 DZC is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Cream with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RX09 DZC, 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 RX09 DZC registered?

RX09 DZC is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 May 2009.

Is RX09 DZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 DZC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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