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YJ53 UZN

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,565 mi
Last recorded20,565 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 UZN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,565 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 20,565 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,921 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 122,777 miles

cuts in tread

Fail 16 Sep 2011 12,772 miles

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

cuts in tread

Pass 16 Sep 2008 9,962 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 8,275 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 8,263 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 6,435 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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YJ53 UZN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YJ53 UZN, 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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What year was YJ53 UZN registered?

YJ53 UZN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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