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YX03 GLZ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

9,080 mi
Last recorded9,080 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 GLZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 9,080 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear (4.1.3(i))

Fail 18 Sep 2015 9,077 miles

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 9,069 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2014 20,648 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 20,290 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 18,652 miles

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 18,652 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 16,104 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 13,153 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2008 9,784 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 6,358 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 6,354 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 5,085 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 GLZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 YX03 GLZ, 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.

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What year was YX03 GLZ registered?

YX03 GLZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 April 2003.

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