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AU12 NDY

2012 Piaggio Vespa LX 50

Blue Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests11 (5 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate45.5%

Mileage

5,773 mi
Last recorded5,773 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa LX 508,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 NDY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa LX 50
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

5 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 5,773 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 5,721 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Underside of main frame is excessively corroded. Repair would not be acceptable. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 3,941 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME WHERE ENGINE SWINGING ARM IS MOUNTED HAS SIGNIFICANT CORROSION BUT STILL STRONG AT PRESENT. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

REAR TYRE INFLATED PRIOR TO TEST, MAY BE PUNCTURED.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 3,941 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HEADLAMP BULB UPSIDE DOWN IN BULB HOLDER, OR BULB HOLDER INCORRECTLY FITTED CAUSING INCORRECT HEADLAMP AIM PATTERN (4.1.4 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME WHERE ENGINE SWINGING ARM IS MOUNTED HAS SIGNIFICANT CORROSION BUT STILL STRONG AT PRESENT. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

REAR TYRE INFLATED PRIOR TO TEST, MAY BE PUNCTURED.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 24 May 2018 3,934 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower foot pan holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre is unsuitable rear tyre pressure low (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 2,633 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 2,633 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on low beam not working (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 May 2016 1,376 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 1,376 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 4,830 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 4,830 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa LX 50?

Based on 7,599 MOT tests across 935 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
731
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
935
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread not clearly visible 90
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 72
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 69
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 52
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AU12 NDY is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 in Blue with a 48cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 45.5%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Vespa LX 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 8,799 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 LX 50 fails its MOT is tyre tread not clearly visible, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU12 NDY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa LX 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Vespa LX 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AU12 NDY is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa LX 50, first registered on 31 March 2012.

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