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ADZ 8443

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,899 mi
Last recorded16,899 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADZ 8443
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 16,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 14,955 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 13,533 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 12,204 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 11,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 10,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 8,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 8,101 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 7,430 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 6,715 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 5,497 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 4,639 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2014 3,380 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 2,489 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 2,489 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 2,297 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 1,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2009 1,098 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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ADZ 8443 is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 14,042 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 ADZ 8443, 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 20 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ADZ 8443 registered?

ADZ 8443 is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is ADZ 8443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADZ 8443 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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