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GN12 GXX

2012 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,378 mi
Last recorded9,378 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 GXX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 9,378 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 9,179 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 8,779 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 8,344 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2022 8,344 miles

Horn not working doesn't work when indicators on (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected nuts not through the threads (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected nuts not through the threads (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2021 8,341 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 8,341 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 7,760 miles

both tyres under inflated

Fail 24 Mar 2018 7,760 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

both tyres under inflated

Pass 30 Mar 2016 7,401 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 5,585 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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GN12 GXX is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GN12 GXX, 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 GN12 GXX registered?

GN12 GXX is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is GN12 GXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN12 GXX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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