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YX03 KTV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

20,808 mi
Last recorded20,808 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 KTV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 20,808 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jul 2024 20,801 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 16,780 miles

centre stand slightly worn

Pass 8 Jul 2022 14,573 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 14,479 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 12,909 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2017 12,909 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 12,909 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 12,637 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 12,438 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2014 11,821 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 10,684 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 9,398 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 7,959 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 6,887 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 5,701 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 4,834 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 4,229 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 4,221 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,098 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,098 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 KTV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KTV, 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 KTV registered?

YX03 KTV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 May 2003.

Is YX03 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX03 KTV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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