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AD53 EUN

2003 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

22,241 mi
Last recorded22,241 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 EUN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2016 22,241 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 22,035 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 22,035 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2014 21,881 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 15 Aug 2014 21,881 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,572 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 20,572 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 18,329 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,329 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 12,898 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 12,898 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 8,996 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 6,996 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2008 6,996 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 4,772 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Fail 10 Nov 2007 4,772 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 2,817 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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AD53 EUN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 AD53 EUN, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AD53 EUN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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