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PG03 XXC

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

13,431 mi
Last recorded13,431 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG03 XXC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2018 13,431 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 13,431 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 12,328 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

no left mirror fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2016 10,674 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 14,529 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

exhaust mount bolt missing

floor panel broken

front mudguard broken

no mirrors fitted

rear grab handle loose

Fail 31 Jul 2015 14,529 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

exhaust mount bolt missing

floor panel broken

front mudguard broken

no mirrors fitted

rear grab handle loose

Pass 26 Jun 2014 14,529 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

floorboards damaged

front fairings broken

front mudguard damaged

indicator warning light not working,indicators visable from the riding position.

no mirrors fitted

Pass 27 Jun 2013 14,529 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

indicator tell tale not clearly visable,indicators visable from the riding position

Fail 27 Jun 2013 14,529 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 13,529 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 14,529 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 14,529 miles

L/H mirror insecure

R/H mirror broken

floor board broken

front fender broken

glovebox door doesnt lock

Fail 1 Jul 2011 14,529 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

L/H mirror insecure

R/H mirror broken

floor board broken

front fender broken

glovebox door doesnt lock

Pass 28 Jun 2010 14,529 miles

r/h mirror broken

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 14,529 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

floorboard broken

front fender broken

glovebox door doesnt lock

r/h mirror broken

Fail 23 Jun 2008 10,802 miles

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 10,802 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 6,783 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 6,783 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 1,543 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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PG03 XXC is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 PG03 XXC, 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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PG03 XXC is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 August 2003.

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