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BL03 NYS

2003 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,434 mi
Last recorded14,434 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL03 NYS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2017 14,434 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 14,350 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 14,317 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 14,060 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 6,987 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 1,250 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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BL03 NYS is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BL03 NYS, 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 BL03 NYS registered?

BL03 NYS is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 August 2003.

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