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LK53 JYN

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,920 mi
Last recorded7,920 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 JYN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,920 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 7,920 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2016 7,920 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 3,981 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 3,981 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 3,980 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 379 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 369 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 360 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 349 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 341 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2008 3,166 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 295 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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LK53 JYN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LK53 JYN, 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 LK53 JYN registered?

LK53 JYN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 November 2003.

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