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WX05 HDL

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

14,238 mi
Last recorded14,238 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 HDL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 14,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2023 14,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 13,407 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2022 13,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 13,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 13,021 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,380 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,294 miles

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

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

motor to frame mount bushes showing signs of wear

no air preasure in rear tyre

Fail 22 Jul 2011 11,294 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

motor to frame mount bushes showing signs of wear

no air preasure in rear tyre

Pass 26 May 2010 11,164 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 11,154 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 7,337 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Apr 2009 7,252 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 May 2008 3,617 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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WX05 HDL is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WX05 HDL, 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 WX05 HDL registered?

WX05 HDL is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is WX05 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 HDL shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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