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LJ56 GTU

2006 Piaggio Zip 100

White Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,640 mi
Last recorded3,640 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2014
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip 1009,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 GTU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip 100
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2014 3,640 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 4,197 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no mirrorsat time of MOT

Fail 20 Oct 2010 4,191 miles

Front Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

no indicators lense back/front

no mirrorsat time of MOT

Fail 19 Jan 2010 17,147 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip 100?

Based on 1,249 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
1,067
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator incorrect colour 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 32
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 21
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
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LJ56 GTU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip 100 in White with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Piaggio Zip 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 9,717 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 100 fails its MOT is direction indicator incorrect colour, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ56 GTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Zip 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Piaggio Zip 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ56 GTU registered?

LJ56 GTU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip 100, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is LJ56 GTU safe to buy?

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