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EK03 HYV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

32,283 mi
Last recorded32,283 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK03 HYV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 32,283 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 20 Aug 2025 32,279 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2024 29,176 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 28,284 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 27,403 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 26,345 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 25,579 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 24,540 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 24,540 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 23,276 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 22,526 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 22,063 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 23,259 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2015 23,259 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 20,513 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 19,751 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 19,207 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,497 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 17,082 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 14,761 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 12,680 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 10,453 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 8,546 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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EK03 HYV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 EK03 HYV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK03 HYV registered?

EK03 HYV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is EK03 HYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK03 HYV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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