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YX06 EEP

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,978 mi
Last recorded24,978 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX06 EEP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 24,978 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 24,978 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 21,606 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 16,802 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 14,492 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front front mudgaurd missing

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked but readable (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 11,479 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil slight reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 9,148 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2013 8,451 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 7,929 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 7,832 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 7,192 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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YX06 EEP is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YX06 EEP, 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 YX06 EEP registered?

YX06 EEP is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 July 2006.

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