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HF56 ELX

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,800 mi
Last recorded21,800 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 ELX
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2025 21,800 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2024 21,076 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 19,635 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 16,967 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 13,045 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 10,651 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 6,990 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2017 6,252 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 5,385 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 5,214 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 4,874 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 4,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 4,485 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,367 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 3,574 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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HF56 ELX is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HF56 ELX, 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 HF56 ELX registered?

HF56 ELX is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 October 2006.

Is HF56 ELX safe to buy?

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