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HF04 ELW

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,095 mi
Last recorded31,095 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 ELW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2013 31,095 miles

Centre stand spring sticking. Centre stand will not go up automaticly

Pass 9 Mar 2012 24,900 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

final drive noisey

Fail 25 Feb 2012 24,900 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

final drive noisey

Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,567 miles

Final drive noisy

Fail 8 Mar 2011 13,567 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Final drive noisy

Pass 21 Feb 2007 10,680 miles

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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HF04 ELW is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 HF04 ELW, 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 HF04 ELW registered?

HF04 ELW is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is HF04 ELW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF04 ELW shows 6 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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