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WU53 FYX

2004 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

14,691 mi
Last recorded14,691 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 FYX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 14,691 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2013 14,308 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,697 miles

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front fender missing

slight knock/play front shock?

slight movement rear brake assy

airbox insecure

Fail 17 Apr 2012 8,786 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 8,786 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 5,761 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 5,755 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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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WU53 FYX is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 WU53 FYX, 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 WU53 FYX registered?

WU53 FYX is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 February 2004.

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