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GX06 FDY

2006 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,236 mi
Last recorded26,236 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2006 Piaggio Zip9,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX06 FDY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,236 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

wheel alignment slightly out

Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,892 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 18,316 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 15,410 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 15,410 miles

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

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

Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,243 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 8 Apr 2009 11,242 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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GX06 FDY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GX06 FDY, 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 GX06 FDY registered?

GX06 FDY is a 2006 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 May 2006.

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