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RX09 LAO

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,311 mi
Last recorded12,311 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 LAO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 12,311 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 12,309 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 12,309 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 12,309 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 11,469 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 9,116 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 9,070 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2016 7,192 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 6,500 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 5,118 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 4,459 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 2,900 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 LAO is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LAO, 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

How do I check the history of RX09 LAO?

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What year was RX09 LAO registered?

RX09 LAO is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is RX09 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 LAO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX09 LAO have outstanding finance?

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