MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,084 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
battery insecure
rear brake lever damaged
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FJ53 LDN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 FJ53 LDN, 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 FJ53 LDN registered?
FJ53 LDN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is FJ53 LDN safe to buy?
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