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AU03 NZJ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

8,937 mi
Last recorded8,937 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 NZJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 8,937 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 8,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 8,937 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

speedo us

Fail 26 Oct 2010 8,937 miles

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

speedo us

Pass 20 Oct 2009 8,937 miles

some panel damage nothing insecure or jagged speedo cable us

Fail 20 Oct 2009 8,937 miles

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

some panel damage nothing insecure or jagged speedo cable us

Pass 24 Oct 2008 7,279 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 7,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 7,176 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 7,168 miles

Front Upper Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 3,849 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 NZJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 NZJ, 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 NZJ registered?

AU03 NZJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is AU03 NZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU03 NZJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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