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EU56 FHK

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,412 mi
Last recorded36,412 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 FHK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 36,412 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 34,821 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 34,304 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 52,023 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 52,004 miles

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

slight play in engine mount

Pass 29 May 2021 32,297 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019
Pass 11 Jun 2018 31,727 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 31,341 miles

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 31,341 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 31,192 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2014 31,059 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 31,059 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 30,840 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,474 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 22,199 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 22,199 miles

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

ratterling coming from engine casing

Pass 7 Oct 2010 17,972 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 14,644 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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EU56 FHK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FHK, 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 FHK registered?

EU56 FHK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 October 2006.

Is EU56 FHK safe to buy?

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