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HX04 GUH

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

11,496 mi
Last recorded11,496 miles
Recorded on27 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 GUH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2015 11,496 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 11,496 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 6,970 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 14,744 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 14,744 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 12,886 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 12,268 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2009 12,268 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 9,948 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2008 9,945 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 8,181 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 8,150 miles

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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HX04 GUH is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 HX04 GUH, 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 GUH registered?

HX04 GUH is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is HX04 GUH safe to buy?

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