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VU03 YTD

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,648 mi
Last recorded8,648 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 YTD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2012 8,648 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 8,076 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 7,781 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 6,431 miles

tyres under inflated but pumped up at m.o.t. station

Pass 9 Nov 2007 4,460 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 4,062 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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VU03 YTD is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU03 YTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU03 YTD?

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What year was VU03 YTD registered?

VU03 YTD is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is VU03 YTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 YTD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU03 YTD have outstanding finance?

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