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NX03 JBZ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,865 mi
Last recorded8,865 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 JBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 8,865 miles

Exhaust mounting bolt incorrectly fitted

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Riders seat slightly loose No seat lock (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 8,865 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust mounting bolt incorrectly fitted

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Riders seat slightly loose No seat lock (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2016 8,865 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 8,865 miles

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

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride bolts missing from airbox which is inscure and hanging down (6.2.1h)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 7,007 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 7,007 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 15,575 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 10,951 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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NX03 JBZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NX03 JBZ, 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 NX03 JBZ registered?

NX03 JBZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 May 2003.

Is NX03 JBZ safe to buy?

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