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RX09 LYK

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

33,305 mi
Last recorded33,305 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 LYK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 33,305 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 30,455 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 30,455 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2023 30,291 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 30,291 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 29,927 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,850 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 22,152 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 22,152 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2017 19,084 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 19,084 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2016 15,925 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2015 10,496 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 8,931 miles

Body cover fitted to bike

Fail 2 Oct 2014 8,901 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Body cover fitted to bike

Pass 30 Jul 2013 7,386 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 7,332 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 5,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Jul 2012 5,305 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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 LYK is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 RX09 LYK, 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 LYK registered?

RX09 LYK is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 August 2009.

Is RX09 LYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 LYK shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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