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BX05 WHB

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

7,921 mi
Last recorded7,921 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 WHB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 7,921 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 7,921 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 7,899 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 7,802 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 7,802 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded centre stand catching rear wheel (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2015 7,785 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Fail 31 Mar 2015 7,785 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 7,757 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2013 7,608 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

number plate slightly damaged

Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,592 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 7,389 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 5,839 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 617 miles

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

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

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

speedo cable is broken but not considered to be insecure

Fail 5 Aug 2009 617 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

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

speedo cable is broken but not considered to be insecure

Pass 5 Aug 2008 617 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 617 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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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BX05 WHB is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BX05 WHB, 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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BX05 WHB is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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