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LX53 JSU

2003 Piaggio Zip

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,223 mi
Last recorded21,223 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 JSU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 21,223 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 21,223 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 21,200 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 21,200 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 17,538 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2008 17,538 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2007 13,675 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 9,205 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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LX53 JSU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 JSU, 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 JSU registered?

LX53 JSU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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