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DX06 NCE

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,017 mi
Last recorded17,017 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 NCE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 17,017 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 17,017 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 16,667 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 16,667 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 15,963 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 15,963 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2013 14,270 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 14,168 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 4 Aug 2012 14,168 miles

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

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 13,046 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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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DX06 NCE is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DX06 NCE, 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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What year was DX06 NCE registered?

DX06 NCE is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 17 May 2006.

Is DX06 NCE safe to buy?

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