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HX03 RGY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,133 mi
Last recorded39,133 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 RGY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2015 39,133 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 39,133 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 39,133 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2009 3,788 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 32,785 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 28,111 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2007 28,099 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2006 21,855 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 21,855 miles

Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

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

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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HX03 RGY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HX03 RGY, 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 HX03 RGY registered?

HX03 RGY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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