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FD55 TXN

2006 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

28,757 mi
Last recorded28,757 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 TXN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 28,757 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 28,757 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 22,625 miles

centre stand return spring weak,

Fail 13 Jun 2023 22,625 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

centre stand return spring weak,

Fail 26 May 2023 22,544 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn bent causing locking up of brake during rbt test. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too low not adjustable (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced damaged lense (4.1.4 (a))

Stop lamp lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected white lense fitted. (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Central Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 16,862 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2021 11,096 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2021 11,090 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 10,858 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing reduced damping on rear shocker (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 9 Jan 2020 10,858 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing reduced damping on rear shocker (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 3,980 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 3,980 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 3,941 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 3,788 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,774 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 3,728 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 3,710 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 3,562 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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FD55 TXN is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 FD55 TXN, 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.

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What year was FD55 TXN registered?

FD55 TXN is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 February 2006.

Is FD55 TXN safe to buy?

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