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WA56 MBU

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,519 mi
Last recorded17,519 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA56 MBU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 17,519 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 14,032 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 12,494 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 12,470 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 9,498 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 9,498 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 7,734 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2019 5,900 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2019 5,900 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 5,129 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 4,262 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 4,232 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 3,630 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 3,630 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 3,015 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 2,291 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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WA56 MBU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WA56 MBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA56 MBU registered?

WA56 MBU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 November 2006.

Is WA56 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA56 MBU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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