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PJ12 ZUC

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,169 mi
Last recorded10,169 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 ZUC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 10,169 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 9,717 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 9,672 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 9,615 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 9,514 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 9,496 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 9,482 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 9,461 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 9,443 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 9,285 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 9,285 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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PJ12 ZUC is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PJ12 ZUC, 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 PJ12 ZUC registered?

PJ12 ZUC is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is PJ12 ZUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ12 ZUC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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