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WA03 JWE

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

44,714 mi
Last recorded44,714 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 JWE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 44,714 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 44,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 44,607 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 41,987 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 41,987 miles

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 41,987 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre stand pivot worn (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 41,987 miles

centre stand pin worn.

Pass 18 Mar 2020 41,984 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 41,555 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 38,921 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 38,921 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 36,428 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2017 36,428 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 33,895 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,982 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 31,982 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Mar 2014 30,515 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 29,673 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 27,241 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 24,130 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2011 24,130 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,675 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 17,070 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 17,070 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 14,813 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 11,349 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 9,888 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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WA03 JWE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 JWE, 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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WA03 JWE is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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