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CU06 OPX

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,891 mi
Last recorded20,891 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU06 OPX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 20,891 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 20,219 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 19,848 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 18,631 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 17,820 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 16,520 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 15,285 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 14,084 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 13,422 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 11,879 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 11,879 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Lower Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2015 10,373 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 8,697 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 7,867 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 6,869 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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CU06 OPX is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc 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 CU06 OPX, 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 CU06 OPX registered?

CU06 OPX is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is CU06 OPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU06 OPX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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