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HX04 GPJ

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,195 mi
Last recorded40,195 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 GPJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 40,195 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front slight damage to bodywork not affecting the structure

front suspension has slightly reduced damping

Pass 24 Jun 2017 38,292 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 38,286 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 33,723 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 27,834 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 22,727 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 22,727 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 16,058 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 14,602 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 9,186 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 8,608 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 5,264 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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HX04 GPJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HX04 GPJ, 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 HX04 GPJ registered?

HX04 GPJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 May 2004.

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