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HX53 VHP

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,113 mi
Last recorded16,113 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 VHP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 16,113 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2012 16,113 miles

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

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 14,778 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 11,161 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 11,161 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2007 10,446 miles

Brake lever bent

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 10,446 miles

Brake lever bent

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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HX53 VHP is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HX53 VHP, 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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HX53 VHP is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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