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FX06 KGU

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

20,224 mi
Last recorded20,224 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 KGU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 20,224 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 11,218 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 23,534 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 23,534 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,534 miles

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

front mudguard damaged

Fail 5 Jul 2011 23,534 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

front mudguard damaged

Pass 6 Apr 2010 21,816 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 21,816 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 15,926 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,926 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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FX06 KGU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FX06 KGU, 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 FX06 KGU registered?

FX06 KGU is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 18 August 2006.

Is FX06 KGU safe to buy?

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