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YX03 ETL

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,293 mi
Last recorded15,293 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 ETL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 15,293 miles

Battery Low

Pass 2 Mar 2019 15,297 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 15,292 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2017 15,234 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak oil tank ()

Fail 9 Oct 2017 15,234 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Battery is flat,low voltage.

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak oil tank ()

Pass 14 Oct 2016 15,234 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 13,441 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 10,184 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 10,041 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 9,901 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,185 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 8,411 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 7,444 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 7,278 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 6,951 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 5,970 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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YX03 ETL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YX03 ETL, 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 YX03 ETL registered?

YX03 ETL is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is YX03 ETL safe to buy?

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