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FJ62 BVE

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,624 mi
Last recorded36,624 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ62 BVE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 36,624 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2022 32,289 miles

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Engine bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2022 32,289 miles

Fuel cap ineffective Seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Engine bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 32,277 miles

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 29,975 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 24,424 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 17,986 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 13,535 miles

Rear tyre uneven wear

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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FJ62 BVE is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FJ62 BVE, 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 FJ62 BVE registered?

FJ62 BVE is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 October 2012.

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