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YN03 NXX

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,791 mi
Last recorded10,791 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN03 NXX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 10,791 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 10,791 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Upper Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Rear Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Fail 30 Jan 2013 107,914 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Upper Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 10,491 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 9,853 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 9,853 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 8,021 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 8,021 miles

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

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

Inner Front Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Inner Rear Lower Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Outer Front Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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YN03 NXX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YN03 NXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN03 NXX registered?

YN03 NXX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is YN03 NXX safe to buy?

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