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WA03 OWU

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

23,263 mi
Last recorded23,263 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 OWU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 23,263 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,519 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 21,505 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

front brake lever has excessive travel

rear brake lever has excessive travel

Pass 27 Mar 2012 19,430 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 19,421 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

please note machine is not running correctly.and indicators are intermittant

Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,772 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 29 Mar 2011 17,770 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 15,735 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 11,925 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,062 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 OWU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OWU, 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 OWU registered?

WA03 OWU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 June 2003.

Is WA03 OWU safe to buy?

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