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HW55 CGK

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,274 mi
Last recorded30,274 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW55 CGK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 30,274 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play Needs Adjustment (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 29,395 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 27,683 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 23,950 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2014 23,950 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 21,086 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 21,086 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012
Fail 14 Sep 2012 20,166 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 17,621 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 15,441 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 9,375 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 7,293 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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HW55 CGK 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 76.9%.

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 HW55 CGK, 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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HW55 CGK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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