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AJ03 LUZ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,240 mi
Last recorded10,240 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 LUZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,240 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 10,196 miles

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

both wheels fitted with flashing valve caps

Fail 9 Mar 2009 10,196 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

both wheels fitted with flashing valve caps

front tyre pressure low

Pass 29 Sep 2007 10,079 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 10,077 miles

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

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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AJ03 LUZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AJ03 LUZ, 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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What year was AJ03 LUZ registered?

AJ03 LUZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 July 2003.

Is AJ03 LUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 LUZ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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