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FD55 TXO

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

5,123 mi
Last recorded5,123 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 TXO
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 5,123 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 32,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 30,400 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 28,475 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 26,393 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 23,446 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 23,446 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2014 20,256 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 20,255 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 18,110 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 6,628 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 8,381 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 8,381 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,516 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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FD55 TXO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FD55 TXO, 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 FD55 TXO registered?

FD55 TXO is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 24 February 2006.

Is FD55 TXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD55 TXO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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