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EU05 NLO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

22,313 mi
Last recorded22,313 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU05 NLO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2016 22,313 miles

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

exhaust system deterioated

slight blow from exhaust

Fail 20 Jul 2016 22,024 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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 20 Aug 2015 19,483 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired Front R/H lens holed - still showing orange light. (1.5.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,483 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 19,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 18,836 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,461 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,429 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 15,429 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,939 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 8,939 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 4,681 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2008 4,681 miles

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

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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EU05 NLO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EU05 NLO, 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 EU05 NLO registered?

EU05 NLO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is EU05 NLO safe to buy?

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