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FP12 XAR

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,775 mi
Last recorded25,775 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 XAR
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 25,775 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 25,775 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 20,900 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2024 20,875 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 18,873 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 17,234 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 26,640 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 25 Aug 2021 26,635 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Jan 2020 9,930 miles

Central Front Shock absorber feels a little soft

Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,697 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 8,632 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 8,092 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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FP12 XAR is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 FP12 XAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP12 XAR registered?

FP12 XAR is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is FP12 XAR safe to buy?

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