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LX55 GBO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,513 mi
Last recorded3,513 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 GBO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2011 3,513 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 2,951 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Mudguard Missing

Pass 29 Jul 2009 2,466 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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LX55 GBO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX55 GBO, 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 LX55 GBO registered?

LX55 GBO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 December 2005.

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The MOT history for LX55 GBO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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