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AY53 HDD

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

11,607 mi
Last recorded11,607 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 HDD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 11,607 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 11,597 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 11,597 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 11,212 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 8,246 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 8,245 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Number plate light broken /not working.

Pass 6 Aug 2011 6,972 miles

Front mudguard missing.

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 3,881 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 3,881 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 1,555 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2007 1,555 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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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AY53 HDD is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc 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 AY53 HDD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY53 HDD registered?

AY53 HDD is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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The MOT history for AY53 HDD 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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