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AO62 GVV

2012 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,357 mi
Last recorded31,357 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 GVV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 31,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

horn switch sticky

Pass 16 Dec 2024 29,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn slightly loose switch sticky (7.7 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 26,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 24,802 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2022 24,779 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 22,980 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 21,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play rear wheel carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 19,724 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 17,886 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 15,642 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 14,109 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2015 10,821 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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AO62 GVV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 9,871 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 AO62 GVV, 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 14 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AO62 GVV registered?

AO62 GVV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is AO62 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 GVV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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