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VX53 PKJ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,890 mi
Last recorded20,890 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 PKJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2012 20,890 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted (6.1.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 19,053 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 13,116 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 11,180 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 1,446 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 PKJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PKJ, 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 PKJ registered?

VX53 PKJ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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