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LJ05 UPK

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,732 mi
Last recorded19,732 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 UPK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2014 19,732 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 16,516 miles

front suspension soft

rear light lense damaged

Pass 7 Apr 2012 14,699 miles

slight end float in front forks

Pass 24 Jun 2011 13,512 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 13,512 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front brake master cylinder mounting insecure.

Pass 27 May 2010 10,510 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 10,510 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 7,728 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 5,467 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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LJ05 UPK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LJ05 UPK, 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 LJ05 UPK registered?

LJ05 UPK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is LJ05 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ05 UPK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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