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VX09 FHL

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

46,969 mi
Last recorded46,969 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX09 FHL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 46,969 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 32,885 miles

Nearside Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2022 31,992 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2022 31,992 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 28,499 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 24,812 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,176 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 15,614 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 12,867 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 9,596 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 6,140 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,239 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 2,111 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 209 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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VX09 FHL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VX09 FHL, 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 VX09 FHL registered?

VX09 FHL is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 25 June 2009.

Is VX09 FHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX09 FHL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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