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HW03 FFY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,928 mi
Last recorded7,928 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW03 FFY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2013 7,928 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 17 Oct 2013 7,928 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 23 Aug 2011 21,343 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 16,572 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 16,326 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

rear carrier insecure

Fail 7 Jul 2009 16,326 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

rear carrier insecure

Pass 13 Aug 2008 13,282 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 12,501 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear brakes squeek in operation

Fail 1 Aug 2007 12,494 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Oil leak

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

advise condition of front brake pad friction surface

battery in a very low state of charge

exhaust emissions emitted slightly smokey

Pass 6 Jun 2006 12,091 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

battery in low state of charge

headlamp image pattern slightly deminished

indicator switch slight wear

oil contamination around bottom of oil resevoir

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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HW03 FFY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HW03 FFY, 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 HW03 FFY registered?

HW03 FFY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 June 2003.

Is HW03 FFY safe to buy?

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