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BX56 ZHO

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,509 mi
Last recorded12,509 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX56 ZHO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2025 12,509 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 12,434 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 12,312 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 12,202 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 12,039 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 11,886 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 11,832 miles

Rear advise slight adjustment on rear brake

Pass 30 Aug 2018 11,583 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 11,198 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 10,047 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion of oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 27 Sep 2015 8,084 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 8,064 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 7,847 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 6,663 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 ZHO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ZHO, 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 ZHO registered?

BX56 ZHO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 13 October 2006.

Is BX56 ZHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX56 ZHO shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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