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FJ03 GVL

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

3,729 mi
Last recorded3,729 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 GVL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2013 3,729 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 9,328 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 7,010 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 5,532 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 5,522 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 3,676 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 3,676 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 3,676 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 3,676 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 3,676 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 27 Jun 2006 3,676 miles

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

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

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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FJ03 GVL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FJ03 GVL, 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 FJ03 GVL registered?

FJ03 GVL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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