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RX05 OLT

2005 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,736 mi
Last recorded8,736 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Piaggio Zip8,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 OLT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 8,736 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion o/s/f slight leak and cover missing (2.3.3)

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

Fail 5 Feb 2016 8,724 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam dip beam goes off on lock (1.2.2a(i))

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion o/s/f slight leak and cover missing (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 6,991 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 6,991 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 5,577 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 4,931 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 3,422 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 3,163 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 3,163 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 6,744 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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RX05 OLT is a 2005 Piaggio Zip in Orange 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 RX05 OLT, 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 RX05 OLT registered?

RX05 OLT is a 2005 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 April 2005.

Is RX05 OLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 OLT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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