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YN53 YSB

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

25,972 mi
Last recorded25,972 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 YSB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 25,972 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 21 Jan 2014 25,859 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 23,159 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 23,159 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 20,259 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 20,259 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 17,326 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 15,304 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 10,152 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 10,152 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 8,379 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 8,379 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 5,768 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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YN53 YSB is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YN53 YSB, 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 YN53 YSB registered?

YN53 YSB is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 February 2004.

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