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RX04 GNV

2004 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

10,662 mi
Last recorded10,662 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2011
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 GNV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,662 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 20 Sep 2011 10,662 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 10,662 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 10,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2009 10,662 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 10,662 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 10,662 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 6,107 miles

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

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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RX04 GNV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RX04 GNV, 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 RX04 GNV registered?

RX04 GNV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is RX04 GNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX04 GNV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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