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KX56 FLW

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 244cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,607 mi
Last recorded24,607 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 FLW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine244cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 24,607 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Engine rubber damper perished

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 23,273 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Engine rubber damper perished

Pass 1 May 2024 22,317 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 21,213 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 19,330 miles

Rear Lower Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Engine Mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 17,608 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 16,095 miles

Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Engine mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 15,724 miles

Front Tyre has sidewall cracks

Pass 3 Apr 2017 15,492 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 15,022 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 14,038 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 12,523 miles

can not see rear brake pads.

Pass 23 May 2013 11,393 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 11,393 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 9,877 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 8,809 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 8,809 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 6,404 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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KX56 FLW is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 244cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KX56 FLW, 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 KX56 FLW registered?

KX56 FLW is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 2 October 2006.

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