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LF03 BPY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,167 mi
Last recorded10,167 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 BPY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2015 10,167 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 7,194 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front fender missing

Pass 4 May 2013 7,194 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 7,109 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 7,109 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 3,900 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 5,516 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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(ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2009 3,516 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008
Pass 13 Apr 2007 3,516 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 3,516 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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LF03 BPY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LF03 BPY, 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 LF03 BPY registered?

LF03 BPY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is LF03 BPY safe to buy?

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