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DE53 DGS

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,942 mi
Last recorded13,942 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 DGS
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 13,942 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 13,618 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 13,371 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 12,958 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 12,330 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 11,844 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 10,428 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 10,013 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 9,731 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 9,202 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 8,840 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 8,526 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 May 2013 7,872 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 6,972 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 4,957 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 4,957 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2010 2,460 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 2,399 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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DE53 DGS is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 DE53 DGS, 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 DE53 DGS registered?

DE53 DGS is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 6 June 2006.

Is DE53 DGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE53 DGS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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