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MX53 LLF

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,568 mi
Last recorded17,568 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 LLF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2024 17,568 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 15,416 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 15,416 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 13,887 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 11,734 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 11,275 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 10,927 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 10,602 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 10,349 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2013 10,349 miles

Outer Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 10,343 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,874 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 9,874 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 9,158 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 9,107 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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MX53 LLF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MX53 LLF, 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 MX53 LLF registered?

MX53 LLF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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