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EU56 DPV

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,199 mi
Last recorded48,199 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 DPV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 48,199 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 48,199 miles

Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,519 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 47,458 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 44,413 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 44,413 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 39,611 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 38,026 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 33,863 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 23,843 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 23,843 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 21,243 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 21,243 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 21,243 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 21,243 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 21,243 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear 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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EU56 DPV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EU56 DPV, 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 EU56 DPV registered?

EU56 DPV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is EU56 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 DPV shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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