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HF56 FKY

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

15,883 mi
Last recorded15,883 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF56 FKY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 May 2022 15,883 miles

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

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 18,235 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced main frame under carriage structure/leg shields badly corroded/rusty. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Ignition switch faulty

No air in front tyre

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired lens (4.2.1 (b))

Side stand spring missing

Pass 29 Apr 2021 15,594 miles

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Fail 23 Apr 2021 15,592 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre is unsuitable rear tyre fitted to front (5.2.3 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 15,175 miles

Front front brake union corroded

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Fail 14 May 2019 15,170 miles

Fuel cap ineffective no seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Lower Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front front brake union corroded

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired cracked (4.2.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 13,223 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 10,633 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 6,865 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 6,241 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 6,241 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2012 1,847 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 1,623 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 1,458 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 1,458 miles

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 1,298 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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 FKY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HF56 FKY, 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 HF56 FKY registered?

HF56 FKY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 4 September 2006.

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