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KE56 HZK

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,165 mi
Last recorded19,165 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 HZK
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 19,165 miles

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

Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 17,175 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 17,125 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 16,653 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 16,653 miles

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

Central Front Upper Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 15,958 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 15,040 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust very rusty. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 14,052 miles

both tyres under inflated.

Pass 23 Aug 2016 12,898 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 11,968 miles

rear lamp not very bright ,when using the high headlamp beam.

Pass 27 Aug 2014 10,959 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 10,958 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 9,875 miles

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

check tyre pressures regularly'

Fail 17 Aug 2012 8,175 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 8,175 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 7,201 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 5,960 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 4,403 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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KE56 HZK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KE56 HZK, 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 HZK registered?

KE56 HZK is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 December 2006.

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