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FJ06 SVK

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

24,292 mi
Last recorded24,292 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 SVK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 24,292 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 20,826 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 20,826 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 18,175 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 16,919 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 16,031 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,588 miles

Rear brake noisy on test

slight oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2016 15,555 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear brake noisy on test

slight oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2015 14,632 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 13,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 12,873 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 12,400 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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FJ06 SVK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FJ06 SVK, 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 FJ06 SVK registered?

FJ06 SVK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is FJ06 SVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ06 SVK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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