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KE56 HDV

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,155 mi
Last recorded15,155 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 HDV
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 15,155 miles

Rear wheel bearing slight play

Pass 7 Mar 2025 12,606 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2025 12,559 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 23 May 2023 7,929 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2015 7,474 miles

front tyre tread uneven

o/s/f indictor lens cracked

Fail 9 Sep 2015 7,472 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

front tyre tread uneven

o/s/f indictor lens cracked

Pass 18 Mar 2011 6,920 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 5,886 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 5,886 miles

Front Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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KE56 HDV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 KE56 HDV, 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 KE56 HDV registered?

KE56 HDV is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is KE56 HDV safe to buy?

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