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FP53 GHF

2003 Piaggio Zip

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

4,792 mi
Last recorded4,792 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP53 GHF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 4,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 4,792 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Dec 2017 28,772 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted @ test

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2016 28,772 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 28,772 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 8 Oct 2015 28,772 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2014 1 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,174 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 1,354 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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FP53 GHF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP53 GHF, 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 FP53 GHF registered?

FP53 GHF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 November 2003.

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