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YN04 HFS

2004 Piaggio Zip

Bronze Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,731 mi
Last recorded21,731 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN04 HFS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 21,731 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 19,911 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 19,911 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both tyre pressures very low

Pass 8 Jan 2019 16,104 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 6,075 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 13,650 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 12,588 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 12,581 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 11,424 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 11,424 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 11 Jul 2008 11,424 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 7,706 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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YN04 HFS is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Bronze with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YN04 HFS, 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 YN04 HFS registered?

YN04 HFS is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is YN04 HFS safe to buy?

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