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WX04 RFN

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

18,492 mi
Last recorded18,492 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 RFN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2017 18,492 miles

centre stand

Fail 11 Mar 2017 18,456 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Centre Stand

Pass 22 Mar 2016 17,096 miles

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

Rear damper return action slow.

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

Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,309 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2015 15,270 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front anb Rear Tyres under inflaited

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

Pass 4 Nov 2013 15,189 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 15,189 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 May 2013 15,189 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 14,567 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 14,567 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 13,515 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 12,375 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 12,375 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 11,382 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 9,659 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 7,023 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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WX04 RFN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WX04 RFN, 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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WX04 RFN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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