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WA03 FHB

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,505 mi
Last recorded18,505 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 FHB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2013 18,505 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 18,505 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 18,505 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 18,505 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 18,505 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 17,122 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 17,121 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 15,622 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,138 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 14,540 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 10,805 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 10,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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WA03 FHB is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WA03 FHB, 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 WA03 FHB registered?

WA03 FHB is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is WA03 FHB safe to buy?

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