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LJ03 UXX

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

34,067 mi
Last recorded34,067 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 UXX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2014 34,067 miles

bolt missing from lower exhaust mount.

Fail 16 Sep 2014 34,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nail in front tyre

bolt missing from lower exhaust mount.

Pass 2 Oct 2013 26,499 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2013 26,499 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

unable to start bike to test exhaust.

Pass 21 Sep 2012 22,259 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2012 22,259 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2011 18,587 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 18,154 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 18,154 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

ignition switch intermitant.

seat lock broken.

Pass 20 Jan 2009 16,896 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

seat lock not working.

Fail 20 Jan 2009 16,896 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

seat lock not working.

Pass 28 Jan 2008 16,879 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 16,879 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front brake binding slightly.

seat lock not working.

Pass 18 May 2006 15,217 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 15,217 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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 UXX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 UXX, 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 UXX registered?

LJ03 UXX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 March 2003.

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