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NX03 KZV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,808 mi
Last recorded7,808 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 KZV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2019 7,808 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2013 7,530 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 6,778 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 6,778 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,084 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 5,084 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 22 Aug 2009 4,639 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,584 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 4,584 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 3,154 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 3,154 miles

Front Brake linked system has a seized caliper pivot. (3.2.B5)

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

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 KZV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KZV, 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 KZV registered?

NX03 KZV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 April 2003.

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