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PJ53 RVZ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,661 mi
Last recorded6,661 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 RVZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2010 6,661 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,278 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 2,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 2,445 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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PJ53 RVZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 PJ53 RVZ, 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 PJ53 RVZ registered?

PJ53 RVZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 December 2003.

Is PJ53 RVZ safe to buy?

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