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WA03 XYL

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

27,257 mi
Last recorded27,257 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 XYL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,257 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 26,790 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2019 26,790 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 44,657 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2019 44,657 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering linkage locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 42,781 miles

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

Nearside steering lock malajusted

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

Road spring worn, but not excessively reduced damping (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 42,781 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside steering lock malajusted

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

Road spring worn, but not excessively reduced damping (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 40,853 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,347 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 36,962 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 32,916 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 28,587 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,244 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2011 21,188 miles

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

front brake lever slightly bent

Pass 27 Jul 2010 18,769 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 16,356 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 14,722 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,536 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 8,556 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 XYL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

WA03 XYL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 July 2003.

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