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AU04 MFV

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,807 mi
Last recorded24,807 miles
Recorded on19 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 MFV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2015 24,807 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 18 May 2015 24,807 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

highbeam warning light not working

Pass 13 Feb 2013 22,789 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 22,789 miles

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 12,196 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2012 12,196 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 11,072 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 5,928 miles

noisy rear brake

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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AU04 MFV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 AU04 MFV, 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 AU04 MFV registered?

AU04 MFV is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is AU04 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 MFV shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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