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BX56 ZBJ

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,058 mi
Last recorded40,058 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 ZBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 40,058 miles

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 35,012 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 26,926 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 19,384 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 16,823 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 16,338 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2019 26,179 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 25,306 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 23,988 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 22,036 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 20,539 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 18,053 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 16,547 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,514 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 16,030 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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BX56 ZBJ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BX56 ZBJ, 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 BX56 ZBJ registered?

BX56 ZBJ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 October 2006.

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