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YE05 FWO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,665 mi
Last recorded40,665 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE05 FWO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 40,665 miles

Rear tyre cracked

Several bolts missing from drive casing

Fail 26 May 2026 40,645 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel spraying from carb where air filter is missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear tyre cracked

Several bolts missing from drive casing

Pass 22 Mar 2025 32,000 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2012 7,178 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 5,821 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2010 4,282 miles

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

Fail 11 Feb 2010 4,282 miles

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

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

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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YE05 FWO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YE05 FWO, 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 YE05 FWO registered?

YE05 FWO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is YE05 FWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE05 FWO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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