MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,742 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Long surface cut on rear tyre.
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Long surface cut on rear tyre.
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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YX53 FUW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 YX53 FUW, 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 YX53 FUW registered?
YX53 FUW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 October 2003.
Is YX53 FUW safe to buy?
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