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PJ53 VAM

2004 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,012 mi
Last recorded12,012 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 VAM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 12,012 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 10,582 miles

both brake controles have little reserve travel

Fail 24 Aug 2012 10,547 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

both brake controles have little reserve travel

Pass 23 May 2011 7,899 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 7,204 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 7,202 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Dec 2008 6,529 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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PJ53 VAM is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PJ53 VAM, 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 PJ53 VAM registered?

PJ53 VAM is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 February 2004.

Is PJ53 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ53 VAM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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