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LK12 FUP

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,597 mi
Last recorded14,597 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK12 FUP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 14,597 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 14,180 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 13,749 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 12,934 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 12,271 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 11,226 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 11,187 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 11,187 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 9,120 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 6,327 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 6,327 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 FUP is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc 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 LK12 FUP, 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 FUP registered?

LK12 FUP is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 July 2012.

Is LK12 FUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK12 FUP 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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