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CV55 EPF

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

21,033 mi
Last recorded21,033 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV55 EPF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2022 21,033 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 17,840 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Jun 2021 17,840 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Rear Lower Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Jun 2021 17,683 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Rear Lower Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 May 2020 15,408 miles
Fail 16 May 2020 15,403 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 12,244 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 9,386 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 9,098 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 8,540 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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CV55 EPF is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CV55 EPF, 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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CV55 EPF is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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