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RX09 LBJ

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

21,263 mi
Last recorded21,263 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 LBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 21,263 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 21,259 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside mirror missing

Pass 23 Oct 2021 21,257 miles

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

Rear Shock has Minor Reduced Damping Effect

Fail 23 Oct 2021 21,257 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock has Minor Reduced Damping Effect

Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,232 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 21,232 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 18,198 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 18,192 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2017 17,577 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 16,281 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 13,585 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 10,812 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 10,111 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 LBJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LBJ, 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 LBJ registered?

RX09 LBJ is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is RX09 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 LBJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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