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AY55 BYK

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,734 mi
Last recorded9,734 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 BYK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 9,734 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2011 9,631 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 9,631 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 7,752 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 7,752 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 6,727 miles

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

rear tyre pressure low

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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AY55 BYK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY55 BYK, 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 AY55 BYK registered?

AY55 BYK is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AY55 BYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY55 BYK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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