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AU05 HVP

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,849 mi
Last recorded12,849 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 HVP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 12,849 miles

front brake caliper modified> not affect brake performance at time of test

Fail 18 May 2020 12,848 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing front suspension operation soft (5.3.2 (b))

Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 11,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 7,747 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 7,613 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 7,613 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 7,613 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 7,613 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 7,613 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 7,613 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 7,613 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 7,613 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 7,613 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 7,613 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 6,241 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 4,417 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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AU05 HVP is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 8,942 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 AU05 HVP, 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 21 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU05 HVP registered?

AU05 HVP is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is AU05 HVP safe to buy?

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