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GX53 KZF

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,348 mi
Last recorded13,348 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 KZF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2022 13,348 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 13,348 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 13,348 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 11,467 miles

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2017 15,972 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 15,593 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 15,562 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 13,075 miles

battery very low so lights are dull on idle

electric start no working

nearside front indicator very dull

rear brake has to be pulled very hard on lever

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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GX53 KZF is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 GX53 KZF, 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 GX53 KZF registered?

GX53 KZF is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 February 2004.

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