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FX05 MTO

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

16,178 mi
Last recorded16,178 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 MTO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 16,178 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 16,178 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 16,175 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Engine mount bushes deteriorated (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Forks excessively deformed Forks bent (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak L + R fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering operation impeded by a fairing Front mudguard rubbing against bodywork when operating steering (2.1.4 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Rear shock leaking causing insufficient damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Front disk warped

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2020 15,757 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2013 12,124 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2013 12,106 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 10,365 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 9,149 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 7,781 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2010 7,781 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 6,451 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 5,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 5,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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FX05 MTO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FX05 MTO, 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 FX05 MTO registered?

FX05 MTO is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 August 2005.

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