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WM05 AUH

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,312 mi
Last recorded15,312 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM05 AUH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 15,312 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2015 15,312 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 15,312 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

frame badly corroded underneath

Pass 8 Oct 2013 14,031 miles

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

rear tyre tread only just visible

steering head bearings notchy

Fail 8 Oct 2013 14,031 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

rear tyre tread only just visible

steering head bearings notchy

Pass 19 Sep 2012 11,988 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 9,676 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 7,893 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 7,890 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 6,017 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 4,374 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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WM05 AUH is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 WM05 AUH, 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 WM05 AUH registered?

WM05 AUH is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 July 2005.

Is WM05 AUH safe to buy?

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