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WA04 BCK

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

42,738 mi
Last recorded42,738 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA04 BCK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 42,738 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 42,479 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 42,076 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 41,705 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 40,393 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 38,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 35,621 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2018 35,621 miles

Headlamp aim not tested Dipped beam not working (1.6)

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

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

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Does not illuminate when dipped beam setting is applied (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 33,264 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 31,597 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 29,579 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 27,440 miles

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

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

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 26,211 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 26,211 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 24,130 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 24,130 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 21,709 miles

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 20,115 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Mar 2010 20,115 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2009 18,662 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,792 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 16,792 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 14,575 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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WA04 BCK is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 9,347 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 WA04 BCK, 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 22 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WA04 BCK is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 March 2004.

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