MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,243 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)
Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
flat rear tyre
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))
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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VX04 XEL is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 XEL, 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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VX04 XEL is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 July 2004.
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