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DA03 PBV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,541 mi
Last recorded13,541 miles
Recorded on16 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 PBV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2013 13,541 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 13,541 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 11,495 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 11,495 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 4,843 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 4,163 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 704 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 10 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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DA03 PBV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA03 PBV, 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 DA03 PBV registered?

DA03 PBV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is DA03 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA03 PBV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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