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PO54 EDC

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

26,992 mi
Last recorded26,992 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO54 EDC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2018 26,992 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2016 1,391 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 13,191 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 13,191 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

speedo drive missing

Fail 30 Jan 2015 13,191 miles

Nearside Brake cable badly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake cable failed on break test

speedo drive missing

Pass 8 Jan 2014 5,819 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2014 5,819 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Inner Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 5,051 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 3,157 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,157 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

no centre or side stand fitted

Fail 28 May 2010 3,157 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

no centre or side stand fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2008 3,157 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 3,157 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 2,529 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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PO54 EDC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 PO54 EDC, 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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PO54 EDC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 September 2004.

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