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LF06 NVL

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

25,022 mi
Last recorded25,022 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 NVL
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 25,022 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 24,972 miles

Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 24,919 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 23,436 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 23,436 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working front brake switch replaced (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 21,962 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 20,676 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 18,488 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2017 17,040 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 15,506 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 15,493 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies stop light not working when front brake is applied. (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 14,643 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 14,599 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2014 10,801 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 10,801 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2013 5,993 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011

left hand brake lever 'ball' end broken off

'tyre black' pollish has been aplied to tyres, this needs to be removed as soon as possible.

Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,842 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 4,842 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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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LF06 NVL is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 LF06 NVL, 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 LF06 NVL registered?

LF06 NVL is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is LF06 NVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF06 NVL shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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