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GN03 BMY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,495 mi
Last recorded8,495 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 BMY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2010 8,495 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2010 8,495 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Leg shield insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 7,287 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 Mar 2009 7,287 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 5,991 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 5,986 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 5,980 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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GN03 BMY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GN03 BMY, 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 GN03 BMY registered?

GN03 BMY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is GN03 BMY safe to buy?

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