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WX55 UHO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,572 mi
Last recorded18,572 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 UHO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2016 18,572 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

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

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake applied (1.3.1a)

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

Front Brake component is slightly corroded pads possible partial separation? (3.1.5)

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

Front tyre pressure low

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

exhaust has slight movement

Rear tyre has no air

fuel line starting to crack but is not leaking

Pass 5 Mar 2015 17,042 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 15,575 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 15,520 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 13,439 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 10,008 miles

Front tyre cracking around sidewalls

Fail 12 Nov 2009 9,072 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 9,072 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 6,713 miles

front tyre cracked

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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WX55 UHO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WX55 UHO, 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 WX55 UHO registered?

WX55 UHO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 November 2005.

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