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AE06 GVU

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,236 mi
Last recorded9,236 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 GVU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 9,236 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 9,025 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 8,560 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 8,252 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 7,963 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 7,583 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 7,306 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 7,274 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 7,079 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 6,142 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 5,689 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 5,218 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 4,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 12 Apr 2013 4,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 3,481 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 2,775 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 2,220 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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AE06 GVU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AE06 GVU, 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.

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What year was AE06 GVU registered?

AE06 GVU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is AE06 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE06 GVU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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