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HW12 CAV

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

8,543 mi
Last recorded8,543 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW12 CAV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 8,543 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 8,528 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 8,404 miles

Riders seat slightly loose seat lock not securing (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 8,305 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 8,029 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 7,929 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 6,171 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2017 5,474 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 5,474 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 5,011 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 3,349 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HW12 CAV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HW12 CAV, 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 HW12 CAV registered?

HW12 CAV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 7 April 2012.

Is HW12 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW12 CAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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