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AU03 CXM

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

18,815 mi
Last recorded18,815 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 CXM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2019 18,815 miles

Front fork seals slight misting of oil

Pass 26 Sep 2018 18,424 miles

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

No left hand steering lock.

Fail 15 Sep 2018 18,424 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions no air pressure (5.2.3 (i))

Fuel cap ineffective hole drilled (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

No left hand steering lock.

Pass 19 Sep 2017 16,182 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 14,779 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 13 Aug 2015 14,779 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 21 Jul 2014 8,961 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front tyre perished

Pass 21 Jul 2014 8,961 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,279 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 7,580 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 7,580 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2011 6,923 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 5,930 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 4,662 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 3,475 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 2,714 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 2,054 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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AU03 CXM is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU03 CXM, 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 AU03 CXM registered?

AU03 CXM is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 July 2003.

Is AU03 CXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 CXM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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