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EU53 USN

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,496 mi
Last recorded11,496 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 USN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 11,496 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 29 Sep 2017 11,496 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 6 Oct 2016 13,587 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2016 13,587 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 12,775 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 12,775 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 10,969 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 10,967 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 8,221 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 7,184 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 5,418 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 3,648 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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EU53 USN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EU53 USN, 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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EU53 USN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is EU53 USN safe to buy?

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