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FY03 TOJ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,562 mi
Last recorded17,562 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 TOJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2014 17,562 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

front brake pads approx 2mm

front tyre worn on off side

some corosion on frame

Pass 8 Jan 2013 9,894 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 9,894 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

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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FY03 TOJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY03 TOJ, 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 FY03 TOJ registered?

FY03 TOJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is FY03 TOJ safe to buy?

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