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VX05 BUV

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,744 mi
Last recorded14,744 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 BUV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 14,744 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 14,647 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect forks (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 13,969 miles

Rear brake lever mounting on handlebars slightly loose.

Pass 1 Jun 2018 12,638 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 7,021 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 6,085 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2016 6,085 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 6,011 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 5,598 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 5,228 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 4,873 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 4,200 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 3,619 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 2,970 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 2,415 miles

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

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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VX05 BUV is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VX05 BUV, 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 VX05 BUV registered?

VX05 BUV is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is VX05 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 BUV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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