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HF55 GGU

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

23,578 mi
Last recorded23,578 miles
Recorded on13 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF55 GGU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 May 2020 23,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 20,698 miles

reduced damping on front suspension

Pass 2 Mar 2017 19,510 miles

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

Rear shock absorber stiff

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 19,510 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear shock absorber stiff

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 18,899 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2016 18,882 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 18,172 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 17,202 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 15,459 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 15,459 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,618 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Feb 2012 13,618 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 11,498 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Feb 2011 11,498 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 10,231 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2009 10,231 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 7,983 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2008 7,983 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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HF55 GGU is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 HF55 GGU, 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 HF55 GGU registered?

HF55 GGU is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 October 2005.

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