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MX03 CLY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,936 mi
Last recorded12,936 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 CLY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2012 12,936 miles

l-plate rubbing on rear tyre

Fail 13 Jan 2012 12,926 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

l-plate rubbing on rear tyre

Fail 4 Jan 2012 12,920 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

air filter missing

mud gaurd is inscure

Pass 8 Jan 2011 10,157 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 5,048 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 1,581 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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MX03 CLY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 MX03 CLY, 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 MX03 CLY registered?

MX03 CLY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is MX03 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX03 CLY shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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