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VO03 GEU

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2014
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

25,175 mi
Last recorded25,175 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 GEU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2015 25,175 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 23,198 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 23,196 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 20,434 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 20,405 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Front Tyre Flat

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,257 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 17,257 miles

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 11,690 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 11,690 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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VO03 GEU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 VO03 GEU, 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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VO03 GEU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 August 2003.

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