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WA03 PJV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,381 mi
Last recorded5,381 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 PJV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 5,381 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 5,381 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2022 5,299 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2013 5,046 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 May 2012 5,035 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2010 4,162 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2008 3,309 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 2,251 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 2,251 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 PJV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 PJV, 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 PJV registered?

WA03 PJV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is WA03 PJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 PJV 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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