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DX55 JBZ

2005 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

11,270 mi
Last recorded11,270 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 JBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 11,270 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 8,719 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 8,719 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

mirrors reoved

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 1 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 16,082 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 16,082 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 11,792 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 11,791 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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DX55 JBZ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DX55 JBZ, 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 DX55 JBZ registered?

DX55 JBZ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is DX55 JBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 JBZ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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