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WA03 ZZW

2003 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

49,041 mi
Last recorded49,041 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 ZZW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 49,041 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 49,041 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 48,255 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 48,255 miles

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 45,538 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 45,538 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 41,339 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 41,339 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 37,492 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 37,492 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 33,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2013 33,459 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 29,346 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2012 29,346 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 25,669 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2010 21,550 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,550 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 17,989 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 17,989 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 14,693 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 10,922 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 10,922 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 ZZW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 ZZW, 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 ZZW registered?

WA03 ZZW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 August 2003.

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