MOT Status
ValidMileage
13,720 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Front Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Nearside Front Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
front brake binding very slighty
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front brake slight bind
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front brake slight bind
Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)
Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FX53 HDG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 FX53 HDG, 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 FX53 HDG registered?
FX53 HDG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 September 2003.
Is FX53 HDG safe to buy?
The MOT history for FX53 HDG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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