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AY03 FGV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,535 mi
Last recorded13,535 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FGV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2013 13,535 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2013 13,535 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 12,611 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 12,611 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

advise damage to o/s fairing panel lower rear

headlight lens could be better (misting)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 11,038 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 10,034 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 6,987 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 6,868 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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AY03 FGV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AY03 FGV, 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 AY03 FGV registered?

AY03 FGV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is AY03 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 FGV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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