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HX56 UUZ

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,128 mi
Last recorded25,128 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX56 UUZ
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 25,128 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,509 miles

one of two bolts missing from exhaust hanger not dangerous

Pass 23 Feb 2015 17,535 miles

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

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

exhaust corroded

front brake pads getting low

front tyre perished

Fail 23 Feb 2015 17,535 miles

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

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

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

exhaust corroded

front brake pads getting low

front tyre perished

Pass 25 Feb 2014 14,949 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,385 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 7,383 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 7,074 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2009 6,314 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 UUZ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HX56 UUZ, 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 HX56 UUZ registered?

HX56 UUZ is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 8 December 2006.

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