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YN55 XDZ

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,250 mi
Last recorded11,250 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN55 XDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 11,250 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 11,250 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 9,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 7,862 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 7,832 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 5,957 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 May 2012 13,938 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 13,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jan 2011 7,795 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 7,795 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 6,295 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 4,741 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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YN55 XDZ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YN55 XDZ, 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 YN55 XDZ registered?

YN55 XDZ is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 January 2006.

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