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FY03 VSA

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

13,345 mi
Last recorded13,345 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY03 VSA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2013 13,345 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 7,201 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 7,201 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

OIL PRESENCE ON FRONT TYRE.

Pass 21 Apr 2010 21,294 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 21,294 miles

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,790 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 15,787 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,994 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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FY03 VSA 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 FY03 VSA, 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 VSA registered?

FY03 VSA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is FY03 VSA safe to buy?

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