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GK62 VAE

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,000 mi
Last recorded10,000 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK62 VAE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 10,000 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 10,000 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 28 Apr 2023 10,000 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 10,669 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 9,925 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 8,922 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 7,867 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 6,554 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 4,678 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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GK62 VAE is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK62 VAE, 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 GK62 VAE registered?

GK62 VAE is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is GK62 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK62 VAE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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