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DK56 CJZ

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,931 mi
Last recorded29,931 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK56 CJZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 29,931 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2026 29,928 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 28,826 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 28,826 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 28,826 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2023 28,826 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 28,826 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 28,862 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 27,046 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 26,037 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 26,037 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 21,874 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 21,874 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 21,841 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 20,165 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 17,010 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 14,859 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 14,859 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 10,758 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 9,614 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 9,614 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2009 8,374 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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DK56 CJZ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DK56 CJZ, 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.

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DK56 CJZ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 15 September 2006.

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