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PF04 VAK

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

7,251 mi
Last recorded7,251 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF04 VAK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 7,251 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 7,242 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2024 7,240 miles

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 7,235 miles

Rear Brake cable corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Fail 1 Jul 2023 7,235 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Brake cable corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 20 May 2022 7,202 miles

rear brake cable stiff

some cracking to rear tyre

Pass 16 Apr 2021 7,133 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort cable stiff (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Apr 2021 7,133 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort cable stiff (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2019 7,082 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 6,914 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,497 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 6,185 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 6,009 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 5,812 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 5,357 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 4,120 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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PF04 VAK is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 PF04 VAK, 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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What year was PF04 VAK registered?

PF04 VAK is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 June 2004.

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