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FJ56 WVG

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

3,411 mi
Last recorded3,411 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 WVG
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 3,411 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 2,615 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 1,423 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 52,608 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 48,477 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 48,477 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 42,384 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2015 37,372 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Aug 2015 37,350 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,592 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 30,592 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 29 Aug 2013 24,389 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 24,389 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 18,399 miles

Rear brake slightly binding

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

slight oil leak from rear hub

Pass 30 Aug 2012 18,399 miles

Rear brake slightly binding

slight oil leak from rear hub

Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,406 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 9,212 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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FJ56 WVG is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FJ56 WVG, 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 FJ56 WVG registered?

FJ56 WVG is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 11 September 2006.

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The MOT history for FJ56 WVG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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