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LP12 XHU

2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super

Red Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,255 mi
Last recorded43,255 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super13,063 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP12 XHU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa Gts 300 Super
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 43,255 miles

Front caliper has very slight drag . . Hardly noticeable .

Fail 26 Sep 2026 43,255 miles

All direction indicators not working Staying on when in use (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front caliper has very slight drag . . Hardly noticeable .

Pass 27 Sep 2025 42,639 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 42,638 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 42,616 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 42,572 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 39,377 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 32,258 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 25,771 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 18,351 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super?

Based on 12,116 MOT tests across 1,406 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
940
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 53
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
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LP12 XHU is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super in Red with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 13,063 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 Gts 300 Super fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP12 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LP12 XHU registered?

LP12 XHU is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super, first registered on 13 July 2012.

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