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AU06 EYA

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,020 mi
Last recorded30,020 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 EYA
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 30,020 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 30,016 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 27,194 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2011 2,306 miles

Oil leak

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 23,804 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 18,345 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 13,404 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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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AU06 EYA is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AU06 EYA, 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 AU06 EYA registered?

AU06 EYA is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 March 2006.

Is AU06 EYA safe to buy?

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