MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
8,965 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
front mudguard missing
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
front mudguard missing
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS
Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS
Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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GK53 DVY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 GK53 DVY, 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 GK53 DVY registered?
GK53 DVY is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 February 2004.
Is GK53 DVY safe to buy?
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