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FJ59 OBY

2009 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,044 mi
Last recorded29,044 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2009 Piaggio Vespa12,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ59 OBY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 29,044 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 28,064 miles

Front Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SWIVEL ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 27,353 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 23,659 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 21,070 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 20,973 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 17,441 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 14,068 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 11,961 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 11,961 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2013 8,299 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 8,299 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 4,841 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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FJ59 OBY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 FJ59 OBY, 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 FJ59 OBY registered?

FJ59 OBY is a 2009 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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