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GX56 RWV

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

32,733 mi
Last recorded32,733 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX56 RWV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 32,733 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 28,020 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2016 28,020 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 2,606 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 26,000 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

advise mirrors not fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2014 15,524 miles

slight exhaust leak

headlight lens deteriorating

front brake slightly binding

Fail 11 Jul 2014 15,524 miles

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

front brake slightly binding

headlight lens deteriorating

slight exhaust leak

Pass 17 Oct 2011 14,423 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 14,423 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 9,593 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 7,272 miles

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

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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GX56 RWV is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GX56 RWV, 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 GX56 RWV registered?

GX56 RWV is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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