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LK56 EYZ

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

3,342 mi
Last recorded3,342 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK56 EYZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 3,342 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 1,955 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 705 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

number plate slightly cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2015 705 miles

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

number plate slightly cracked

Pass 17 May 2014 148 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

number plate slighty cracked

Pass 10 Jun 2013 4 miles

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

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

rear tyre has a cut but not down to ply cords

Fail 8 Jun 2013 10,969 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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

rear tyre has a cut but not down to ply cords

Fail 14 Apr 2012 7,760 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

ignition faulty

Pass 14 Apr 2012 7,760 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

ignition faulty

Pass 7 Apr 2011 5,790 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 5,786 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 3,904 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 3,904 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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LK56 EYZ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 LK56 EYZ, 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 LK56 EYZ registered?

LK56 EYZ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 December 2006.

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