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AE53 WJJ

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,563 mi
Last recorded20,563 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 WJJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 20,563 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2023 20,556 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2021 20,542 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2015 19,361 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 16,405 miles

the fuel hose is slightly perished

Pass 11 May 2011 14,991 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,991 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 7,749 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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AE53 WJJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 AE53 WJJ, 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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AE53 WJJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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