MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,393 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)
Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear 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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AU53 HDA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.
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 AU53 HDA, 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 AU53 HDA registered?
AU53 HDA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 November 2003.
Is AU53 HDA safe to buy?
The MOT history for AU53 HDA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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