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LJ03 ODL

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,091 mi
Last recorded15,091 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 ODL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 15,091 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 14,623 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 14,621 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 13,179 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

headlamp scratched but not affecting operation ran out of fuel after test!

rear reflector cracked

Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,553 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 10,553 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 9,422 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 5,721 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 5,721 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 11 May 2006 4,965 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 11 May 2006 4,965 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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LJ03 ODL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LJ03 ODL, 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 LJ03 ODL registered?

LJ03 ODL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 April 2003.

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