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FJ06 GZY

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ06 GZY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2014

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

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

speedo cable broken

Pass 26 Mar 2013 6,945 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,950 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 6,945 miles

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 Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 6,945 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 6,945 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 6,945 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 6,228 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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FJ06 GZY 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 FJ06 GZY, 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 FJ06 GZY registered?

FJ06 GZY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FJ06 GZY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ06 GZY have outstanding finance?

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