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FJ56 WVE

2006 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,350 mi
Last recorded12,350 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2019
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ56 WVE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2019 12,350 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 12,304 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 11,237 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 11,232 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 10,927 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

Fail 21 Jul 2011 10,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

front brake binding slightly

Pass 21 Aug 2009 7,562 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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FJ56 WVE is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FJ56 WVE, 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 FJ56 WVE registered?

FJ56 WVE is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 October 2006.

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The MOT history for FJ56 WVE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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