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GX55 FSE

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,720 mi
Last recorded18,720 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 FSE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2013 18,720 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 17,920 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 17,920 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 29 Mar 2010 17,605 miles

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

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,605 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2008 13,935 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 13,935 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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GX55 FSE is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GX55 FSE, 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 GX55 FSE registered?

GX55 FSE is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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