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WJ55 FWY

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,637 mi
Last recorded25,637 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 FWY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 25,637 miles

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

back box insecure

Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,137 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 22,137 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

only one tail light bulb working

Pass 11 Feb 2009 17,426 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2009 17,339 miles

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

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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WJ55 FWY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WJ55 FWY, 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 WJ55 FWY registered?

WJ55 FWY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 February 2006.

Is WJ55 FWY safe to buy?

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