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W603 OYJ

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,756 mi
Last recorded11,756 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW603 OYJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 11,756 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 11,745 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre showing signs of being perished centre tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 11,745 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated oil or grease on disc surface (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied broken brake lever end missing (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre showing signs of being perished centre tread area (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 11,245 miles

Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 9,872 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 9,869 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 9,866 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front tyre under inflated

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

battery flat

fairing damaged

Pass 22 Feb 2016 9,401 miles

front tyre under inflated

front tyre wearing thin

rear number plate slightly delaminated

Pass 27 Jun 2006 8,931 miles

front forks poor

rear no.plate very poor condition

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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W603 OYJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,541 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 W603 OYJ, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W603 OYJ?

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What year was W603 OYJ registered?

W603 OYJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W603 OYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W603 OYJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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