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NK55 MGO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,204 mi
Last recorded12,204 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK55 MGO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2012 12,204 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2011 7,196 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 5,950 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 4,695 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 4,695 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 3,520 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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NK55 MGO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 NK55 MGO, 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 NK55 MGO registered?

NK55 MGO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is NK55 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK55 MGO shows 6 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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