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LK12 JJO

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 48cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,627 mi
Last recorded18,627 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK12 JJO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine48cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 18,627 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Body (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 18,082 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 18,082 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 17,538 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 17,000 miles

Riders seat slightly loose But still secure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 16,609 miles

Riders seat slightly loose seat catch not working but seat secure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

headlamp high beam tell tail working when light is on low beam, wires possibly crossed on bulb holder.

no registration plate lamp fitted from factory`

rear reflector forms outer part of tail lamp lense

tail lamp dim

Pass 21 Feb 2019 13,899 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 10,889 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 8,018 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 8,018 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2016 6,264 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 JJO is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 48cc 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 JJO, 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 LK12 JJO registered?

LK12 JJO is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 August 2012.

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