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GX05 VAH

2005 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

8,418 mi
Last recorded8,418 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 VAH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 8,418 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 6,302 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 6,302 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2019 6,302 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 6,302 miles

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 6,302 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 6,302 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 6,302 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 6,302 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 6,302 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 6,302 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 6,302 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2012 6,302 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 6,256 miles

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

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

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

Tread getting low.

Pass 7 Jul 2010 6,101 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 5,706 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 5,706 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 5,112 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 20 Jun 2008 5,111 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Nail in rear tyre

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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GX05 VAH is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 GX05 VAH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX05 VAH registered?

GX05 VAH is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 May 2005.

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The MOT history for GX05 VAH shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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