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NK06 BXS

2006 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 96cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

19,850 mi
Last recorded19,850 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK06 BXS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine96cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 19,850 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 19,850 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 19,100 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 19,095 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 15,204 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 12,811 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2012 12,811 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 10,128 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2011 10,128 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 8,350 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 5,695 miles

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

Fail 24 Feb 2009 5,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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NK06 BXS is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 96cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 NK06 BXS, 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 NK06 BXS registered?

NK06 BXS is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 April 2006.

Is NK06 BXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK06 BXS shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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