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FA04 ERU

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,701 mi
Last recorded17,701 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 ERU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,701 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Jun 2016 17,701 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 17,624 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 17,624 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,452 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 17,452 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 16,388 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 13,978 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 11,893 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 9,471 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 7,550 miles

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

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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FA04 ERU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FA04 ERU, 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.

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What year was FA04 ERU registered?

FA04 ERU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 July 2004.

Is FA04 ERU safe to buy?

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