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RX12 JBV

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,079 mi
Last recorded29,079 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX12 JBV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 29,079 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Dec 2025 29,079 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 28,989 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 28,769 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 28,534 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 28,534 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Dec 2021 27,936 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 26,327 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2020 25,186 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 20,562 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 20,557 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 16,270 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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RX12 JBV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RX12 JBV, 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 RX12 JBV registered?

RX12 JBV is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is RX12 JBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX12 JBV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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