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EU55 RVM

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,509 mi
Last recorded8,509 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 RVM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 8,509 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 8,439 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2018 8,078 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2018 8,078 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,950 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 7,357 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 6,822 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 6,287 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 2,380 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 1,910 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 1,910 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 1,001 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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EU55 RVM is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EU55 RVM, 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 EU55 RVM registered?

EU55 RVM is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 November 2005.

Is EU55 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU55 RVM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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