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FX06 KGV

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,307 mi
Last recorded15,307 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX06 KGV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 15,307 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 13,063 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 11,921 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 11,921 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 11,921 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 11,921 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,892 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 11,892 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 11,892 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 8,673 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2009 6,456 miles

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 4,570 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 KGV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KGV, 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 KGV registered?

FX06 KGV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is FX06 KGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX06 KGV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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