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WA05 HKB

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,471 mi
Last recorded18,471 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 HKB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 18,471 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess forks (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 18,105 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 17,462 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 15,798 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 15,765 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2014 15,356 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 15,356 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 15,354 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 15,354 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 12,987 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 12,935 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 10,998 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 10,998 miles

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

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front mudguard can easily contact any fixed point of the motor bicycle. (2.3.7)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Apr 2008 10,998 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 10,998 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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WA05 HKB is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WA05 HKB, 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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WA05 HKB is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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