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LK53 NAA

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,774 mi
Last recorded25,774 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 NAA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 25,774 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 23,269 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 21,056 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 21,023 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 20,545 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 18,709 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2012 18,709 miles

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

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 16,905 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2012 16,905 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 15,936 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 15,936 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 15,306 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 15,306 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 13,543 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 11,671 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 11,669 miles

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2006 9,848 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 9,845 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

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 NAA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NAA, 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 NAA registered?

LK53 NAA is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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