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LX56 AXW

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

15,172 mi
Last recorded15,172 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 AXW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 15,172 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 14,899 miles

Central Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 14,489 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 14,109 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 14,109 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 12,237 miles

Centre Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect front suspension soft (2.3.6c)

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

Nearside Rear air box loose

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 11,290 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2014 11,290 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2013 10,052 miles

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

rear light cover broken

Fail 30 Oct 2013 10,052 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

rear light cover broken

l/h indicator showing white

Pass 17 Oct 2012 8,514 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 17 Oct 2012 8,514 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 7,127 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

just about read vin number this year ?

Fail 27 Oct 2011 7,127 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

just about read vin number this year ?

Pass 29 Oct 2010 5,754 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2010 5,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear indicators showing white light

Pass 28 Oct 2009 2,622 miles

colour of both rear bulbs

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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LX56 AXW is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LX56 AXW, 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 LX56 AXW registered?

LX56 AXW is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 November 2006.

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