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YK04 KXU

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,345 mi
Last recorded5,345 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 KXU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2014 5,345 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 4,710 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 4,705 miles

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

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

Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 2,048 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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YK04 KXU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YK04 KXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK04 KXU registered?

YK04 KXU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 August 2004.

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