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AU06 ECA

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

12,399 mi
Last recorded12,399 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU06 ECA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 12,399 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 12,046 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 11,585 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 10,906 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 10,737 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2014 10,737 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2013 10,713 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 9,590 miles

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

main beam headlamp warning light is inoperative

Pass 18 Jan 2011 8,198 miles

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

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

Rear shock operation slightly stiff

Slight free play in steering head bearings

Fail 18 Jan 2011 8,198 miles

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

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

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

Rear shock operation slightly stiff

Slight free play in steering head bearings

Fail 5 Oct 2010 8,185 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 560 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 560 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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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AU06 ECA is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 AU06 ECA, 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 AU06 ECA registered?

AU06 ECA is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is AU06 ECA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU06 ECA shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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