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GN04 YGV

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,934 mi
Last recorded10,934 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 YGV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 10,934 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 May 2018 10,934 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 10,355 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 9,981 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 9,980 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 9,979 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2011 4,784 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 1 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 12,237 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 12,237 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 11,784 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 11,784 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 9,783 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 9,783 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 7,784 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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GN04 YGV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GN04 YGV, 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 GN04 YGV registered?

GN04 YGV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is GN04 YGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 YGV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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