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RX59 GAU

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,855 mi
Last recorded16,855 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX59 GAU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 16,855 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 16,855 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 16,514 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 15,523 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 32,492 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 32,456 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2018 32,455 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2017 29,173 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 24,881 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 20,323 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 17,046 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 17,406 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2013 17,046 miles

number plate bulb not working

Pass 22 Oct 2012 11,628 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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RX59 GAU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GAU, 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 RX59 GAU registered?

RX59 GAU is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 December 2009.

Is RX59 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX59 GAU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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