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HX04 NZE

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

17,719 mi
Last recorded17,719 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 NZE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 17,719 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 17,716 miles

Front Lower Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 15,412 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 15,411 miles

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

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 13,490 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 13,231 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 13,230 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 12,504 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2010 12,504 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2009 10,863 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 May 2008 7,200 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 13 May 2008 7,199 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 16 May 2007 854 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 NZE is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 NZE, 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 NZE registered?

HX04 NZE is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 August 2004.

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