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FD53 WLF

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

8,318 mi
Last recorded8,318 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 WLF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 8,318 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 4,904 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 4,874 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

security of all plastics

Pass 16 Sep 2017 9,058 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2017 9,055 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 8,120 miles

Condition of offside front handlebar grip

Pass 25 Jun 2013 5,031 miles

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

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 21 Jun 2013 5,030 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2010 6,788 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 4,875 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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FD53 WLF is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FD53 WLF, 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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FD53 WLF is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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