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HW04 AVN

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,524 mi
Last recorded14,524 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW04 AVN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 14,524 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2013 14,485 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 14 May 2013 14,484 miles

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

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2012 12,743 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 12,743 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 12,743 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 12,720 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,530 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

batterey voltage is low and slightly affecting lights etc.

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 12 Apr 2007 12,223 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 12,223 miles

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

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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HW04 AVN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HW04 AVN, 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 HW04 AVN registered?

HW04 AVN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 April 2004.

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