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AU05 DFK

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,190 mi
Last recorded19,190 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2014
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 DFK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2014 19,190 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 19,152 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 14,037 miles

Front tyre becoming perished on side walls.

Fail 8 Jan 2013 14,031 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front tyre becoming perished on side walls.

Pass 22 Dec 2011 12,382 miles

1/ front tyre becoming perished

Pass 24 Apr 2010 11,458 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 28 Jan 2010 11,457 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear brake lever reserve travel getting low .

Pass 31 Jan 2009 10,278 miles

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

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

o/s mirror missing .

Fail 24 Jan 2009 10,277 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

o/s mirror missing .

Pass 15 Oct 2007 7,160 miles

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

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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AU05 DFK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AU05 DFK, 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 AU05 DFK registered?

AU05 DFK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 July 2005.

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