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AY56 EKJ

2006 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,577 mi
Last recorded8,577 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2014
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY56 EKJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2014 8,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 7,539 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 7,539 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Apr 2011 7,512 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 7,512 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 5,106 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 May 2010 5,106 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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AY56 EKJ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AY56 EKJ, 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 AY56 EKJ registered?

AY56 EKJ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 October 2006.

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The MOT history for AY56 EKJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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