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LJ53 WLR

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,159 mi
Last recorded10,159 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 WLR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 10,159 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 10,159 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 10,107 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

right tailamp not working

Pass 14 Apr 2014 9,729 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 9,729 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 4,119 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 4,090 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 4,090 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2010 4,090 miles

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

rear left lamp not working

Fail 30 Nov 2010 4,090 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

rear left lamp not working

Pass 28 Oct 2009 4,090 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 4,090 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 4,090 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 4,090 miles

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

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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LJ53 WLR is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LJ53 WLR, 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 LJ53 WLR registered?

LJ53 WLR is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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