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RX59 CVL

2009 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,167 mi
Last recorded22,167 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 CVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 22,167 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2026 22,105 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 22,004 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 21,963 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2022 21,595 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 21,443 miles

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

Rear perished

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 21,443 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear perished

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower swing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 20,778 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 20,778 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 20,778 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 20,778 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 20,778 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 20,778 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 20,778 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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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RX59 CVL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RX59 CVL, 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 RX59 CVL registered?

RX59 CVL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 November 2009.

Is RX59 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 CVL shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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