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DE04 YEL

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,124 mi
Last recorded42,124 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE04 YEL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 42,124 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Slight oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2022 42,006 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 41,882 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 41,782 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 41,721 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 41,651 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 20 Feb 2018 41,651 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 38,586 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,104 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 32,124 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 32,023 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 29,033 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 29,033 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,758 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 20,756 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 16,037 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,824 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 12,806 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 81,695 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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DE04 YEL is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 9,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DE04 YEL, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE04 YEL registered?

DE04 YEL is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 July 2004.

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