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WX06 YGV

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,336 mi
Last recorded47,336 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2018
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX06 YGV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2018 47,336 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,249 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside and offside rubber engine mounting bushes have slight play

Fail 28 Feb 2017 44,249 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside and offside rubber engine mounting bushes have slight play

Pass 28 Jan 2016 44,248 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 41,722 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 36,841 miles

2 Nails in the rear tyre

Pass 10 Jul 2013 32,165 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 32,165 miles

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2012 27,427 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 27,427 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2011 22,486 miles

Left hands side of rear tyre worn badly

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

the main left hand side engine bush worn

Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,516 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 17,505 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 8 Jul 2009 13,055 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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WX06 YGV is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WX06 YGV, 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 WX06 YGV registered?

WX06 YGV is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 August 2006.

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