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HF06 LHY

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,508 mi
Last recorded25,508 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF06 LHY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 25,508 miles

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

Exhaust noisy Baffle Fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 25,508 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy Baffle Fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 25,098 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,644 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 24,428 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 23,733 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 23,462 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 22,929 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 22,796 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 22,247 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 21,882 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 21,471 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 21,030 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 20,804 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 20,545 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 20,227 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 19,421 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2010 17,629 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 14,000 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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HF06 LHY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 HF06 LHY, 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 HF06 LHY registered?

HF06 LHY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 August 2006.

Is HF06 LHY safe to buy?

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