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SN12 DCZ

2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts

Red Petrol 278cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,435 mi
Last recorded15,435 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts16,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN12 DCZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa Gts
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine278cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 15,435 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 15,330 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2024 15,292 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kick-up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 15,058 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 15,049 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2015 14,840 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa Gts?

Based on 4,492 MOT tests across 458 vehicles.

88.2%
Pass Rate
838
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
458
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 80
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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SN12 DCZ is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts in Red with a 278cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 16,231 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 Gts fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SN12 DCZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa Gts typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Piaggio Vespa Gts is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SN12 DCZ registered?

SN12 DCZ is a 2012 Piaggio Vespa Gts, first registered on 6 April 2012.

Is SN12 DCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN12 DCZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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