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RE12 AEW

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,891 mi
Last recorded5,891 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 AEW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 5,891 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 5,733 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 5,583 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 5,452 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 5,249 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 5,002 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 4,599 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 4,134 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,048 miles

n/s rear indicator lens missing

Fail 24 Aug 2017 4,048 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

n/s rear indicator lens missing

Pass 15 Mar 2016 2,606 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 2,147 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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RE12 AEW is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE12 AEW, 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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How do I check the history of RE12 AEW?

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What year was RE12 AEW registered?

RE12 AEW is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is RE12 AEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 AEW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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