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OU04 SVC

2004 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

22,307 mi
Last recorded22,307 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 SVC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 22,307 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2023 22,307 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 22,307 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 6 Oct 2021 22,307 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 22,243 miles

headlamp masked

Pass 6 Dec 2019 22,243 miles

front brake lever bent

front tyre worn and perished

Fail 28 Nov 2019 22,243 miles

Fuel cap ineffective seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

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

front brake lever bent

front tyre worn and perished

Fail 1 Nov 2019 22,233 miles

Front Wheel fixing missing (multiple fixings) spindle locking device, not adequate (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Mudguard insecure missing ()

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 20,310 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 20,276 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 20,222 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 19,394 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 19,394 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 18,180 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 15,485 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 13,233 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,233 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 11,713 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 11,713 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 8,910 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 8,910 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 2 Aug 2007 7,522 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 7,522 miles

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

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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OU04 SVC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 9,347 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 OU04 SVC, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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OU04 SVC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 June 2004.

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