CarVerify

Free Car Check

DX06 FXA

2006 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 50cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,669 mi
Last recorded12,669 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX06 FXA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2011 12,669 miles

rear brake cable bolt strippet!

rear brake has a bad squealing!

rear brake has slight travel!

rear indicators slightly discoloured!

rear light damage but funtion not impaired!

Fail 20 Dec 2011 12,668 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

rear brake cable bolt strippet!

rear brake has a bad squealing!

rear brake has slight travel!

rear indicators slightly discoloured!

rear light damage but funtion not impaired!

Fail 30 Nov 2011 12,667 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 6,243 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 4,817 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 4,246 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
Full Piaggio Zip reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DX06 FXA is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DX06 FXA, 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

How do I check the history of DX06 FXA?

You can check the full history of DX06 FXA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX06 FXA registered?

DX06 FXA is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is DX06 FXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX06 FXA shows 6 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.

Does DX06 FXA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DX06 FXA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.