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GJ52 OYG

2003 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,410 mi
Last recorded19,410 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 OYG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2015 19,410 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 19,349 miles

Indicators flash slighly fast but with in regulation

Mirrors missing

Rear L plate deteriorated

Seat deteriorated

Fail 19 Jul 2013 19,345 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,611 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 17,240 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2010 17,240 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 15,697 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 12,290 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 8,354 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 7,308 miles

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

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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GJ52 OYG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ52 OYG, 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 GJ52 OYG registered?

GJ52 OYG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 February 2003.

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