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YX05 ENM

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

1,151 mi
Last recorded1,151 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 ENM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 1,151 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2016 1,151 miles

Brake cable badly frayed rear cable snapped on brake test (3.2.A1b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 24,544 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 10,392 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 10,392 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,043 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 3,955 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 1,772 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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YX05 ENM is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YX05 ENM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX05 ENM registered?

YX05 ENM is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is YX05 ENM safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX05 ENM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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