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BV55 FKU

2006 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2015
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,909 mi
Last recorded11,909 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV55 FKU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 29 May 2015 11,909 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 11,874 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 11,874 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 9,994 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 9,994 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2011 9,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

very slight bind on front brake

Pass 1 Dec 2011 9,178 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

very slight bind on front brake

Pass 4 Dec 2010 7,686 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2010 7,686 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 6,529 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front brake binding, not to excess

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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BV55 FKU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BV55 FKU, 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 BV55 FKU registered?

BV55 FKU is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 January 2006.

Is BV55 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV55 FKU shows 10 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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