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GX06 FPP

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,072 mi
Last recorded12,072 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 FPP
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 12,072 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 10,800 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 10,475 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2024 10,475 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 9,123 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 8,867 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2015 8,595 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 8,468 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2014 7,070 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2014 7,063 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 6,109 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 4,502 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 4,502 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 4,394 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 3,294 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 2,562 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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GX06 FPP is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX06 FPP, 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 GX06 FPP registered?

GX06 FPP is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 28 April 2006.

Is GX06 FPP safe to buy?

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