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LF06 OWC

2006 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

36,169 mi
Last recorded36,169 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Vespa14,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF06 OWC
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 36,169 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 35,106 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 35,105 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 34,553 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 32,991 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Mar 2018 32,991 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 31,461 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 31,461 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,394 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 29,394 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 25 Mar 2015 27,154 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 27,154 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 24,968 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 22,880 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,560 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,126 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,225 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 14,272 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 14,272 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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 OWC is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 OWC, 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 LF06 OWC registered?

LF06 OWC is a 2006 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 1 April 2006.

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