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KE56 DWG

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,509 mi
Last recorded10,509 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE56 DWG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 10,509 miles

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

Offside Front brake lever damaged

Offside Front mirror cracked

Rear number plate damaged

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight bind to front brakes

Fail 18 Sep 2017 10,509 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake lever damaged

Offside Front mirror cracked

Rear number plate damaged

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight bind to front brakes

Pass 22 Oct 2013 10,509 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 10,509 miles

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 10,507 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 10,429 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front tyre shows signs of perishing on sidewalls

Rear position lamp - only one bulb working - does show light to rear though

Pass 10 Sep 2011 6,806 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,065 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 24 Aug 2010 6,065 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 4,167 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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KE56 DWG is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KE56 DWG, 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 KE56 DWG registered?

KE56 DWG is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 September 2006.

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