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VO12 PVP

2012 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,092 mi
Last recorded12,092 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO12 PVP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 12,092 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 12,080 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 10,743 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 10,396 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 10,311 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2022 9,267 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 8,744 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 8,493 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 7,039 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 4,171 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 3,887 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 3,501 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 3,241 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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VO12 PVP is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 VO12 PVP, 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 VO12 PVP registered?

VO12 PVP is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is VO12 PVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO12 PVP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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