MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,234 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
headlight high beam not working
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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LF53 DZX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.
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 LF53 DZX, 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 LF53 DZX registered?
LF53 DZX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 November 2003.
Is LF53 DZX safe to buy?
The MOT history for LF53 DZX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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