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WA53 KGO

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,865 mi
Last recorded17,865 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 KGO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2010 17,865 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 17,865 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 17,560 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2009 17,547 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 17,299 miles

Front shock absorbers and suspension components covered - unable to fully test.

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 17,072 miles

VT32 issued against test no.260378807186

Fail 18 Apr 2007 17,044 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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WA53 KGO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WA53 KGO, 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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WA53 KGO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 October 2003.

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