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DK06 BZP

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,349 mi
Last recorded34,349 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK06 BZP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 34,349 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2024 34,349 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 34,338 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 34,037 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 34,037 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2019 28,180 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 26,688 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 22,403 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 22,130 miles
Pass 17 May 2015 22,130 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 22,130 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 15,591 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 15,591 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 28 May 2012 14,044 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 12,784 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 10,758 miles

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

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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DK06 BZP is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DK06 BZP, 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 DK06 BZP registered?

DK06 BZP is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 19 June 2006.

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The MOT history for DK06 BZP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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