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EU56 LZN

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

9,316 mi
Last recorded9,316 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU56 LZN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 9,316 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 8,919 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 8,912 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 8,712 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 8,712 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2017 7,550 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 7,550 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 5,321 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 3,420 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 3,321 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 2,487 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 2,487 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 1,664 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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EU56 LZN is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EU56 LZN, 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 EU56 LZN registered?

EU56 LZN is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is EU56 LZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU56 LZN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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