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MX05 AEJ

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,687 mi
Last recorded16,687 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 AEJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 16,687 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 16,687 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Jan 2011 11,878 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 11,878 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 10,154 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

non uk beam patten

Pass 28 Jan 2009 10,154 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Feb 2008 10,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Feb 2008 10,154 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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MX05 AEJ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 MX05 AEJ, 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 MX05 AEJ registered?

MX05 AEJ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is MX05 AEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 AEJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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