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AE06 CWJ

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

14,695 mi
Last recorded14,695 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE06 CWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 14,695 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 14,672 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 28,569 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 28,558 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 26,866 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking inside tread and on side walls (4.1.3(i))

main beam tell tail not working

Pass 14 Feb 2015 25,897 miles

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 7 Feb 2015 25,894 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 17,816 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 8 Feb 2014 17,796 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 14,467 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Feb 2012 7,507 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 5,099 miles

slight cut in rear tyre.

various panels damaged.

Fail 21 Feb 2011 5,099 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

slight cut in rear tyre.

various panels damaged.

Pass 9 Jun 2009 5,061 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?

Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
987
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
18,758
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 1,911
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,706
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1,581
Tyre tread not clearly visible 1,455
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,453
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AE06 CWJ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 9,825 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 Zip fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 1,911 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE06 CWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE06 CWJ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 June 2006.

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