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WA03 XLW

2003 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,925 mi
Last recorded14,925 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 XLW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2014 14,925 miles

Seat hinge damaged, advise attention

Pass 17 Aug 2013 13,148 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 12,685 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 12,684 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 8,849 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 8,847 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 6,901 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 3,565 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 3,565 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 XLW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XLW, 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 XLW registered?

WA03 XLW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is WA03 XLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA03 XLW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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