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LJ53 WOA

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,068 mi
Last recorded8,068 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 WOA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2016 8,068 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 8,068 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 1,846 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 1,844 miles

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

Horn missing (1.7.1)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

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

speedo not working

Pass 16 Feb 2013 1,844 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 1,844 miles

Front 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 6 Mar 2012 1,844 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 1,844 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2011 778 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 772 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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LJ53 WOA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WOA, 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 WOA registered?

LJ53 WOA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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