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AU07 CTY

2007 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

17,638 mi
Last recorded17,638 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Piaggio Zip9,524 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 CTY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2020 17,638 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 17,637 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 17,249 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2019 17,246 miles

Wheel more than one fixing loose Rear wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake operation slightly stiff

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 17,224 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Wheel more than one fixing loose Rear wheel nut (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake operation slightly stiff

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 11,363 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front and rear suspension effort low

rear number plate damaged

Pass 13 Jul 2017 10,981 miles

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

rear number plate damaged

Pass 6 Jul 2016 9,734 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 8,346 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 8,305 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 7,117 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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AU07 CTY is a 2007 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2007 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 9,524 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 AU07 CTY, 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 19 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU07 CTY registered?

AU07 CTY is a 2007 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 March 2007.

Is AU07 CTY safe to buy?

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