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2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,678 mi
Last recorded8,678 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ55 SEO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,678 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 8,678 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 15 Mar 2014 8,753 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 4,481 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 13,452 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 12,126 miles

both tyres close to limit

Pass 21 Nov 2009 10,420 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 7,752 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 7,752 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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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YJ55 SEO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc 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 YJ55 SEO, 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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YJ55 SEO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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