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YX04 GVN

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,476 mi
Last recorded15,476 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 GVN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 15,476 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired lens missing (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired broken lens (1.5.3a)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 15,441 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired broken lens (1.5.3a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 11,912 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 9,032 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 8,800 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 8,500 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 8,478 miles

Centre Front Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Centre Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 May 2010 7,531 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 7,531 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 14 May 2009 7,399 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 6,723 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 5,057 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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YX04 GVN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 YX04 GVN, 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 YX04 GVN registered?

YX04 GVN is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 May 2004.

Is YX04 GVN safe to buy?

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