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WX12 HBL

2012 Piaggio Vespa

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

14,448 mi
Last recorded14,448 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa9,871 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX12 HBL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 14,448 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 14,448 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 14,448 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 14,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Fail 17 Oct 2017 14,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2016 10,034 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 10,034 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2015 8,318 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2015 8,318 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

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

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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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WX12 HBL is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 WX12 HBL, 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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What year was WX12 HBL registered?

WX12 HBL is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 August 2012.

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