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FX04 NFJ

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2019
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

13,730 mi
Last recorded13,730 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX04 NFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 13,730 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear suspension slight lack of damping

Fail 25 Sep 2018 13,730 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear suspension slight lack of damping

Pass 31 Aug 2016 12,540 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 12,540 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2014 7,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Aug 2014 7,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 May 2013 4,727 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly corroded

Pass 30 May 2013 4,727 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly corroded

Fail 22 May 2007 4,670 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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FX04 NFJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 FX04 NFJ, 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 FX04 NFJ registered?

FX04 NFJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is FX04 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX04 NFJ shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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