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VX55 FGP

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,628 mi
Last recorded7,628 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 FGP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2017 7,628 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 5,990 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 5,929 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 5,890 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 5,843 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 5,843 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 1 Nov 2011 5,638 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 5,638 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2010 5,092 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 5,092 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2009 4,207 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2009 4,170 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 3,056 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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VX55 FGP is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VX55 FGP, 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 VX55 FGP registered?

VX55 FGP is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is VX55 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX55 FGP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX55 FGP have outstanding finance?

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