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DX04 KYY

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2021
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

20,412 mi
Last recorded20,412 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 KYY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2020 20,412 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2020 20,412 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment to much travel brake lever (1.1.15 (f))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 20,412 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 20,412 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 20,412 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 20,412 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2017 20,325 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 20,315 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 17,878 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 17,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2015 14,539 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2015 14,539 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2014 11,400 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 9,926 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jan 2013 9,926 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 7,697 miles

slight leak from oil pipe

Pass 7 Jan 2011 5,095 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 5,095 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 3,168 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2009 3,168 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 2,789 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 932 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 763 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 763 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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DX04 KYY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 DX04 KYY, 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 DX04 KYY registered?

DX04 KYY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is DX04 KYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX04 KYY shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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