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GK13 PXL

2013 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,603 mi
Last recorded29,603 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Vespa9,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK13 PXL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 29,603 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 29,603 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2024 29,603 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 29,603 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 26,833 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 22,224 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 16,584 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2019 11,647 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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GK13 PXL is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 9,170 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 GK13 PXL, 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 13 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 GK13 PXL registered?

GK13 PXL is a 2013 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 May 2013.

Is GK13 PXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK13 PXL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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