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FH06 NJV

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,768 mi
Last recorded24,768 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH06 NJV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 24,768 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 24,292 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 23,756 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 23,325 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 22,330 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Bellypan (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 24 Jan 2018 22,330 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded Bellypan (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 22,030 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated corroded (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 19,493 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 11,288 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 11,288 miles

Front 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)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2013 4,307 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 4,307 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2012 4,225 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,093 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 3,494 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 3,139 miles

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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FH06 NJV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FH06 NJV, 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 FH06 NJV registered?

FH06 NJV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is FH06 NJV safe to buy?

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