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WA54 BTU

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

19,445 mi
Last recorded19,445 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 BTU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 19,445 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2024 19,445 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 19,403 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 19,102 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 19,102 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 18,037 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 16,891 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 18,854 miles

o/s/r indicator slightly discoloured

Pass 19 Sep 2012 15,298 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 15,298 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 13,678 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 13,675 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 13,675 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 10,356 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 7,494 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 6,190 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 6,190 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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WA54 BTU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 WA54 BTU, 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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What year was WA54 BTU registered?

WA54 BTU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 September 2004.

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