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EY03 HFL

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,168 mi
Last recorded10,168 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY03 HFL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 10,168 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 8,280 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 8,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Vehicle identification number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 12,015 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 11,986 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 16,508 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 16,508 miles

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

inner tube fitted to tubeless front tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2010 11,589 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 11,589 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 May 2006 11,582 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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EY03 HFL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EY03 HFL, 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 EY03 HFL registered?

EY03 HFL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is EY03 HFL safe to buy?

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