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YJ05 KFD

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

15,931 mi
Last recorded15,931 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 KFD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 15,931 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 15,931 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

lights and exhaust not tested engine will not run correctly

Pass 7 Mar 2014 14,260 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 14,260 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 13,659 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 13,659 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 13,381 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 13,381 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2010 8,182 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 5,753 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 4,839 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 4,839 miles

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

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 KFD is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 YJ05 KFD, 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 KFD registered?

YJ05 KFD is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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