CarVerify

Free Car Check

MX05 VCN

2005 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2023
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,427 mi
Last recorded17,427 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2022
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VCN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2022 17,427 miles

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

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

all lights masked over

all panels slightly loose

Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,370 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 17,370 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Feb 2015 17,362 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 17,362 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,740 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 15,716 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 15,716 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 11,230 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2008 11,230 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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
Full Piaggio Zip reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MX05 VCN is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MX05 VCN, 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

How do I check the history of MX05 VCN?

You can check the full history of MX05 VCN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MX05 VCN registered?

MX05 VCN is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is MX05 VCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 VCN shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MX05 VCN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MX05 VCN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.