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LJ03 YSE

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,338 mi
Last recorded25,338 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ03 YSE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 25,338 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 25,338 miles

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

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 21,624 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 21,624 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,680 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 20,390 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 19,708 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 18,813 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2010 17,291 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2010 17,289 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 13,319 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 12,988 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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LJ03 YSE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YSE, 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 YSE registered?

LJ03 YSE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 August 2003.

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