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AE05 XCU

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,371 mi
Last recorded15,371 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XCU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2020 15,371 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 15,371 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2017

Front brake hose loose

Front brake master cylinder ruffness

Pass 10 Nov 2016 15,382 miles

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

Front brake hose loose not excessive

Fail 3 Nov 2016 15,371 miles

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

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

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

Front brake hose loose not excessive

Pass 24 Oct 2015 14,058 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 33,919 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2014 33,919 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 27,755 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 22,178 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,533 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 14,028 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 11,222 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 9,372 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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AE05 XCU is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AE05 XCU, 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 AE05 XCU registered?

AE05 XCU is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 August 2005.

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