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LJ56 YCL

2007 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

25,065 mi
Last recorded25,065 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2024
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 YCL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Feb 2024 25,065 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side walls perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rubber bush deteriorated & breaking up (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not working when applying front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake lever pivot dry/notchy (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Mudguard insecure 2 screws missing from mud flap / number plate mount ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread melted by exhaust (0.1 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

lower exhaust mount bolt missing

Pass 15 Feb 2023 21,981 miles

EXHAUST MOUNTAIN BRACKET HAS A BOLT MISSING .EXHAUST IS SECURE

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 20,793 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,153 miles

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 20,130 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 18,697 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2012 18,147 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,147 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 11,697 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 11,697 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Mar 2010 5,601 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 5,601 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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LJ56 YCL is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 9,524 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 LJ56 YCL, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ56 YCL registered?

LJ56 YCL is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 February 2007.

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