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DX54 RYD

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,766 mi
Last recorded9,766 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 RYD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 9,766 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 9,758 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2012 8,970 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 8,970 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 2,247 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 2,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking to front tyre

Fail 3 Feb 2010 2,146 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

slight cracking to front tyre

Pass 4 Dec 2008 1,924 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 1,924 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 1,721 miles

Advise... evidence of small side wall cracks in rear tyre.

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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DX54 RYD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DX54 RYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX54 RYD registered?

DX54 RYD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is DX54 RYD safe to buy?

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