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AU04 MBY

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,638 mi
Last recorded16,638 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 MBY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 16,638 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,052 miles

As per failure.

Fail 18 Aug 2012 11,009 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Front brake discs becoming corroded.

Pass 9 Aug 2011 10,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre wearing low

Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,890 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 8,833 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,017 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 5,431 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 4,218 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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AU04 MBY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 9,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU04 MBY, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU04 MBY registered?

AU04 MBY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 June 2004.

Is AU04 MBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 MBY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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