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PO53 NYF

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 NYF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2013
Fail 23 May 2013

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

no lights fitted/customer states daytime use only

Fail 27 Feb 2013 18,609 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2012 15,702 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 15,585 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 12,839 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,839 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 12,836 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 12,828 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 8,529 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 4,166 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 4,166 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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PO53 NYF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PO53 NYF, 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 PO53 NYF registered?

PO53 NYF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is PO53 NYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO53 NYF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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