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AE56 LVW

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,091 mi
Last recorded4,091 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2021
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 LVW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2021 4,091 miles

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

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective Steering stop ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front front tyre perrished

Pass 26 Sep 2017 2,839 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 2,839 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 2,466 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 897 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 23,042 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 19,172 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 13,515 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2009 13,515 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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AE56 LVW is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AE56 LVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 LVW registered?

AE56 LVW is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is AE56 LVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 LVW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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