MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,376 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component front suspension link bearing (2.3.4)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Registration plate non-relective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS
Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS
Headlamp high and low beams transposed on dip switch.
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DX53 HKC is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.
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 DX53 HKC, 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 DX53 HKC registered?
DX53 HKC is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is DX53 HKC safe to buy?
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