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AU56 BJY

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests13 (6 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate46.2%

Mileage

21,251 mi
Last recorded21,251 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 BJY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 21,251 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 21,250 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Oct 2014 21,006 miles

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 18,676 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2013 18,676 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 16,536 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Sep 2012 16,536 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

headlamp adjuster needs attention ,

Pass 12 Sep 2011 13,358 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

lower top box rack fixing missing .

Fail 12 Sep 2011 13,358 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

lower top box rack fixing missing .

Fail 16 Sep 2010 10,276 miles

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 10,276 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 7,305 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2009 7,305 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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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AU56 BJY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.2%.

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 AU56 BJY, 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 AU56 BJY registered?

AU56 BJY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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