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HF04 FYD

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

13,497 mi
Last recorded13,497 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 FYD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2020 13,497 miles

Front Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 13,482 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat slightly loose One hinge left attached at the front but seat is secure when in the closed position (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 13,482 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat slightly loose One hinge left attached at the front but seat is secure when in the closed position (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 13,366 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Duel seat has a broken hinge at front but secure when locked in closed position

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 13,355 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Duel seat has a broken hinge at front but secure when locked in closed position

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Aug 2015 13,355 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Duel seat has a broken hinge at front but secure when locked in closed position

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 13,322 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

dual seat has broken hinge at front but ok when locked in closed position.

Fail 14 Aug 2014 13,322 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

dual seat has broken hinge at front but ok when locked in closed position.

Pass 26 Oct 2012 12,924 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2011 12,347 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 12,347 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 11,640 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 11,640 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 10,667 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 8,928 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 5,500 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 5,500 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (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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HF04 FYD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 FYD, 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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HF04 FYD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 August 2004.

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