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EU53 USW

2003 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,312 mi
Last recorded8,312 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU53 USW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 8,312 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 4,961 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 3,733 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 3,733 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 3,733 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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 USW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EU53 USW, 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 EU53 USW registered?

EU53 USW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 October 2003.

Is EU53 USW safe to buy?

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