CarVerify

Free Car Check

PO55 AOF

2005 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,654 mi
Last recorded9,654 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationPO55 AOF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 9,654 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Mirror slightly damaged

Pass 14 Feb 2015 9,654 miles

Speedometer cover deteriorated

Steering headbearings slightly rough

Pass 25 Feb 2014 9,658 miles

Engine mounting bush slightly worn.

Instrument glass cover deteriorating.

Fail 22 Feb 2014 9,654 miles

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

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

Engine mounting bush slightly worn.

Pass 27 Feb 2013 9,654 miles

O/S Mirror cracked

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 9,654 miles

Head bearings slightly rough

Fail 27 Feb 2012 9,654 miles

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

Head bearings slightly rough

Pass 26 Jan 2011 9,654 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2011 9,654 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 9,654 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2010 9,654 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

Fail 23 Jan 2010 9,654 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

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

Fail 26 Jan 2009 8,854 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 8,854 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

PO55 AOF is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PO55 AOF, 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 PO55 AOF?

You can check the full history of PO55 AOF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PO55 AOF registered?

PO55 AOF is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 December 2005.

Is PO55 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 AOF shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PO55 AOF 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 PO55 AOF. 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.