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AU05 MVN

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

14,985 mi
Last recorded14,985 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 MVN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 14,985 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 13,083 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 13,083 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 May 2015 8,659 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,472 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)

Fail 9 Jun 2012 5,472 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 5,472 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 5,472 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front suspension spring worn and seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Fail 11 Oct 2008 3,717 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 3,717 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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AU05 MVN 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 MVN, 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 MVN registered?

AU05 MVN is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is AU05 MVN safe to buy?

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