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GX56 OTH

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,880 mi
Last recorded11,880 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 OTH
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2024 11,880 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 11,880 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2022 9,672 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 7,576 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 7,475 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,336 miles

rear tyre wearing low

Pass 13 Mar 2014 6,712 miles

Rear Tyre Worn Unevenly

Pass 15 Feb 2013 5,916 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 5,345 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 4,052 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 3,392 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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GX56 OTH is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX56 OTH, 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 GX56 OTH registered?

GX56 OTH is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 30 October 2006.

Is GX56 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX56 OTH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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