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WJ55 LZK

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,457 mi
Last recorded9,457 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 LZK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 9,457 miles

Bearings in rear gearbox sound rough presenter advised to check

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 9,432 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Bearings in rear gearbox sound rough presenter advised to check

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Dec 2009 6,506 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 6,506 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2008 4,157 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 LZK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 WJ55 LZK, 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 LZK registered?

WJ55 LZK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 November 2005.

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