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YK55 EAC

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,872 mi
Last recorded6,872 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2012
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK55 EAC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2012 6,872 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 6,636 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

centre stand has play in pivot bolt

Fail 10 Oct 2011 6,627 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

centre stand has play in pivot bolt

Pass 13 Oct 2010 16,385 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 16,355 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

front tyre low on pressure

Pass 21 Jan 2010 11,936 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 9,036 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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YK55 EAC is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 YK55 EAC, 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 YK55 EAC registered?

YK55 EAC is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 February 2006.

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