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AU55 FAM

2006 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,052 mi
Last recorded16,052 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2020
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 FAM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2020 16,052 miles

Brake hose excessively twisted insecure and likely to be trapped (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high no pattern (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake clevis joint insecure fixing missing (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Inner Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted pad lining loose (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2015 12,883 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 12,882 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 12,861 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,799 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 12,386 miles

2 stroke oil been spilt over carb and fuel pipe

top head stork bearings visable but no play, looks like dust cover missing

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,208 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

slight damage to fairing.

Pass 31 Mar 2010 10,909 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 9,254 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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AU55 FAM is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU55 FAM, 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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What year was AU55 FAM registered?

AU55 FAM is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is AU55 FAM safe to buy?

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