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WA06 DGE

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,084 mi
Last recorded17,084 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA06 DGE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 17,084 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 May 2016 22,136 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 22,136 miles

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2015 17,782 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

speedo cable runs close to wheel due to front fender & clamp missing, but doesn't foul tyre

Fail 12 May 2015 17,782 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear drum brake requires adjustment due to excessive freeplay on rear brake lever at handlebar

Speedo cable runs close to wheel due to front fender & clamp missing, but doesn't foul tyre

Pass 24 Apr 2014 12,686 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 11,366 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 10,194 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 8,767 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2011 8,767 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 7,412 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,412 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 6,247 miles

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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WA06 DGE is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WA06 DGE, 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 WA06 DGE registered?

WA06 DGE is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 April 2006.

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