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YJ05 KDZ

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,151 mi
Last recorded23,151 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2013
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 KDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2013 23,151 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 19,053 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 15,971 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,051 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 10,466 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 10,466 miles

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

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 7,609 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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YJ05 KDZ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ05 KDZ, 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 YJ05 KDZ registered?

YJ05 KDZ is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 August 2005.

Is YJ05 KDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 KDZ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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