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EU54 YFV

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,036 mi
Last recorded5,036 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU54 YFV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 5,036 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 4,876 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 4,876 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

battery being flat affects other electric items

Pass 27 Aug 2011 4,710 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 3,967 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2010 3,967 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 3,600 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 2,672 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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EU54 YFV is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 EU54 YFV, 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 EU54 YFV registered?

EU54 YFV is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 January 2005.

Is EU54 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU54 YFV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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