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FJ06 YXF

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,732 mi
Last recorded15,732 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 YXF
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 15,732 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 12,734 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 11,944 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 11,944 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 10,226 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 10,226 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre worn more on right hand side

Pass 27 Nov 2009 7,417 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 YXF is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YXF, 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 FJ06 YXF registered?

FJ06 YXF is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 10 June 2006.

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