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DK56 GCO

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,036 mi
Last recorded4,036 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

RegistrationDK56 GCO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 4,036 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 3,678 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 3,678 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 3,566 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 3,553 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2021 3,551 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 3,375 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 3,305 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 GCO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GCO, 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 DK56 GCO registered?

DK56 GCO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 October 2006.

Is DK56 GCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK56 GCO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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