MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
32,007 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Nail in rear tyre
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Transmission noisy
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))
Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))
Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))
Nail in rear tyre
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Transmission noisy
Front CRACKING TO THE SIDE WALLS ON THE FRONT TYRE
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VX53 DZU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 VX53 DZU, 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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VX53 DZU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 October 2003.
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