MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,178 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Engine mount bushes deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Forks excessively deformed Forks bent (2.2.2 (d) (i))
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak L + R fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))
Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing Front mudguard rubbing against bodywork when operating steering (2.1.4 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Rear shock leaking causing insufficient damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Front disk warped
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FX05 MTO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.
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 FX05 MTO, 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 FX05 MTO registered?
FX05 MTO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 August 2005.
Is FX05 MTO safe to buy?
The MOT history for FX05 MTO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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