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LX53 CZO

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,791 mi
Last recorded20,791 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 CZO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2014 20,791 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 20,791 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 18,868 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 15,892 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2012 15,892 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 13,496 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 11,047 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 8,640 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 8,640 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 8,637 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 6,638 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 6,638 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 4,275 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 4,275 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (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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LX53 CZO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 LX53 CZO, 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 LX53 CZO registered?

LX53 CZO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 November 2003.

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