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WX04 FHE

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,162 mi
Last recorded8,162 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 FHE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 8,162 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

speedo cable not fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2024 8,162 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

speedo cable not fitted

Pass 23 Aug 2022 24,588 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight oil leak around engine and transmission

Pass 21 Jul 2021 24,536 miles

front tyre almost flat

rear brake in need of adjustment

reg plate cracked

all lamps dim possibly flat battery

bolt missing out of main stand

Pass 28 Jul 2020 23,077 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 21,655 miles

Fuel hose damaged but not to excess cracking but not leaking time of test (borderline ) (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 20,303 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

fuel hose has slight cracking but not leaking at time of test

Pass 8 Oct 2016 17,521 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 17,092 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 16,361 miles

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

Oil leak

very slight cracking fuel hose

Pass 5 Oct 2013 15,895 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2012 15,482 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 15,022 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2010 14,646 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Oct 2010 14,643 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

rear carrier slightly loose

Pass 28 Oct 2009 14,064 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 14,062 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 14,056 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (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 Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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WX04 FHE is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WX04 FHE, 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 WX04 FHE registered?

WX04 FHE is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 March 2004.

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