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WJ55 HNO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

30,355 mi
Last recorded30,355 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 HNO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 30,355 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 29,912 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 29,361 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2017 29,361 miles

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

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 28,276 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 28,276 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 26,399 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 23,949 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 21,053 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 18,102 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 18,009 miles

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 12,321 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 12,321 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 11,227 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 8,121 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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WJ55 HNO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WJ55 HNO, 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 WJ55 HNO registered?

WJ55 HNO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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