MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
61,505 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake cable worn, but not excessively in need of adjustment shortly (1.1.15 (b))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Slightly notch front brake on application
Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
Fuel hose damaged but not to excess (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Excessively deteriorated, big hole in silencer (6.1.2 (a))
Fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam intermittent/cutting out (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Advise replacing old fuel line
Engine mounts worn
Engine revs high on idle.
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
Main frame rusty
Rear tyre flat
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Slightly reduced front suspension damping.
Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Slightly reduced front suspension damping.
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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HX53 KAE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue 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 HX53 KAE, 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 HX53 KAE registered?
HX53 KAE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2003.
Is HX53 KAE safe to buy?
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