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LJ56 XHE

2007 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,272 mi
Last recorded7,272 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 XHE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 7,272 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2018 7,272 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2016 6,720 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 6,712 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 5,346 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 5,346 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicator incorrect colour white at te rear (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 3,149 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 2,673 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,756 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 1,581 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 1,581 miles

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (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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LJ56 XHE is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 9,524 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 LJ56 XHE, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ56 XHE registered?

LJ56 XHE is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 February 2007.

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