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SN59 BZG

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,897 mi
Last recorded9,897 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 BZG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 9,897 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 9,897 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 9,861 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 9,861 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 9,843 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 9,728 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,432 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,417 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 8,247 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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SN59 BZG is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 SN59 BZG, 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 SN59 BZG registered?

SN59 BZG is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 October 2009.

Is SN59 BZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 BZG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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