MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,301 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
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))
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 FNG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.
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 FNG, 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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What year was VX53 FNG registered?
VX53 FNG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2003.
Is VX53 FNG safe to buy?
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