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LK54 FVG

2004 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

3,333 mi
Last recorded3,333 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 FVG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2013 3,333 miles

NO indicators fitted, I am led to believe that it is not capable of more than the max allowed speed of a moped

front mudguard missing

front tyre perished

horn insecure

loose car battery under the moped seat

no flywheel cowl fitted

slave battery fitted under tseat to power externally fitted horn, I believe this battery will be removed once it has left the premises

speedo cable not secured fully

steering stops are not factory and are welded m8 set screws to frame

tuning stickers attached to moped, but tested as a 49cc as I cannot prove otherwise

Fail 30 Sep 2013 3,333 miles

Horn control not readily accesible. (1.7.2a)

NO indicators fitted, I am led to believe that it is not capable of more than the max allowed speed of a moped

front mudguard missing

front tyre perished

horn insecure

horn wiring external to machine, and only attached to a slave battery which I believe will be removed after the test

loose car battery under the moped seat

no flywheel cowl fitted

speedo cable not secured fully

steering stops are not factory and are welded m8 set screws to frame

tuning stickers attached to moped, but tested as a 49cc as I cannot prove otherwise

Pass 4 Nov 2011 3,333 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

bulb type horn fitted in place of a correct type

front disc slightly warped

front lights tested to 49cc requirements, no dip/main.

front tyre perished

horn hanging in legshield tool box

malossi stickers on scooter, tested as a 49cc as I have no proof of engine size

no engine cowls/flywheel fitted

no front mudguard fitted

on indicators fitted at all

rear number plate damaged

steering stops are home made but function

Fail 3 Nov 2011 3,333 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Vehicle identification number not legible (6.3.5a)

Vehicle identification number not permanently displayed (6.3.5a)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

bulb type horn fitted in place of a correct type

front disc slightly warped

front lights tested to 49cc requirements, no dip/main.

front tyre perished

malossi stickers on scooter, tested as a 49cc as I have no proof of engine size

no engine cowls/flywheel fitted

no front mudguard fitted

rear number plate damaged

steering stops are home made but function

Pass 3 Nov 2010 13,558 miles

centre stand pivots worn

exhaust has a mounting bolt missing but is secure

front mudgaurd missing

rear brake has a washer as a spacer but is working

this moped is in general poor condition and just meets the requirements of the mot test

Fail 1 Nov 2010 13,558 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

centre stand pivots worn

exhaust has a mounting bolt missing but is secure

front mudgaurd missing

rear brake has a washer as a spacer but is working

Pass 18 Sep 2008 10,641 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 10,641 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 7,511 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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LK54 FVG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 9,347 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 LK54 FVG, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LK54 FVG registered?

LK54 FVG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 November 2004.

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