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RX09 GYB

2009 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,296 mi
Last recorded15,296 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 GYB
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 15,296 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

n/s brake lever has long travel

Pass 15 Apr 2025 14,250 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 13,223 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2024 13,208 miles

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

Horn not working Horn button not functioning correctly. (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear (l/h) brake light not working. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 7,967 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 5,689 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 5,689 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 4,790 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 4,690 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 4,025 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Jul 2017 3,575 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 2,823 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 2,478 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 2,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 1,974 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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RX09 GYB is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GYB, 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 RX09 GYB registered?

RX09 GYB is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is RX09 GYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 GYB shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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