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HX56 LTY

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,069 mi
Last recorded32,069 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 LTY
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 32,069 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 32,069 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 25,315 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 16,995 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 9,948 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 4,272 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 2,756 miles

Front suspension has slightly reduced damping effect

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2018 1,012 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 23,123 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 18,490 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 14,708 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 14,708 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 14,708 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 14,708 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 14,708 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 13,292 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 10,410 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 8,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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HX56 LTY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 HX56 LTY, 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 HX56 LTY registered?

HX56 LTY is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 27 November 2006.

Is HX56 LTY safe to buy?

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