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LJ58 VTF

2009 Piaggio MP3 250

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

42,687 mi
Last recorded42,687 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Piaggio MP3 25016,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ58 VTF
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3 250
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 42,687 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2025 42,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 41,680 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 40,150 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 39,068 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 37,110 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 37,110 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 33,231 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 33,231 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 28,767 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 28,767 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 24,936 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 24,936 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 24,830 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 21,288 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 21,288 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3 250?

Based on 2,340 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
1,384
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 63
suspension bush has excessive free play 24
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing 17
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LJ58 VTF is a 2009 Piaggio MP3 250 in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Piaggio MP3 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 16,560 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 MP3 250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ58 VTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Piaggio MP3 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ58 VTF registered?

LJ58 VTF is a 2009 Piaggio MP3 250, first registered on 18 February 2009.

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