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VX04 UBD

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7,925 mi
Last recorded7,925 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 UBD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 7,925 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 7,925 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 5,690 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 5,684 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 5,265 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2008 5,265 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2007 5,148 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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VX04 UBD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 VX04 UBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX04 UBD registered?

VX04 UBD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 May 2004.

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