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VX53 FNG

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,301 mi
Last recorded26,301 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FNG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2013 26,301 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 25,560 miles

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)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 24,774 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 24,694 miles

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)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 19,606 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Oct 2010 19,606 miles

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)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,937 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2008 15,361 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 15,361 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 15,361 miles

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))

Pass 19 Aug 2006 13,900 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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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.

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