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BU06 OCG

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,643 mi
Last recorded8,643 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 OCG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 8,643 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 8,643 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 8,616 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 8,616 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 8,277 miles

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

Nearside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,760 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 6,752 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 3,404 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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BU06 OCG is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BU06 OCG, 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 BU06 OCG registered?

BU06 OCG is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 August 2006.

Is BU06 OCG safe to buy?

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