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DK53 WZU

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

5,206 mi
Last recorded5,206 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 WZU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2009 5,206 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Fail 25 Aug 2009 5,206 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 5,257 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 5,675 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 5,666 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Horn not securely mounted

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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DK53 WZU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DK53 WZU, 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 DK53 WZU registered?

DK53 WZU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 October 2003.

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