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PN04 GYC

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

36,128 mi
Last recorded36,128 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2021
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN04 GYC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2021 36,128 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 34,903 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 34,207 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 32,406 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 32,406 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,710 miles

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

r/h mirror cracked

Fail 27 Feb 2016 31,710 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

r/h mirror cracked

Pass 16 Mar 2015 30,530 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 29,043 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 27,291 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 25 Feb 2013 27,286 miles

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)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 26,520 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,207 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 26,207 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2010 25,632 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 23,539 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 18,387 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2008 18,387 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2007 16,751 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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PN04 GYC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 PN04 GYC, 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 PN04 GYC registered?

PN04 GYC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 March 2004.

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