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LK12 DBZ

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,979 mi
Last recorded10,979 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK12 DBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 10,979 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 10,979 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2024 10,790 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 9,612 miles

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

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 9,111 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 8,470 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 7,617 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 6,818 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 5,112 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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LK12 DBZ is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 278cc 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 LK12 DBZ, 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 LK12 DBZ registered?

LK12 DBZ is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is LK12 DBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK12 DBZ 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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