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AU54 FEJ

2004 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,333 mi
Last recorded14,333 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU54 FEJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jan 2015 14,333 miles

Centre Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Front Lower Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2011 11,612 miles

Both tyres wearing close to limit .

Pass 7 Oct 2010 9,885 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 8,521 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 8,494 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2008 7,492 miles

REAR BRAKE LEVER RESERVE OF TRAVEL LOW

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

Fail 9 Oct 2008 7,492 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

REAR BRAKE LEVER RESERVE OF TRAVEL LOW

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 6,586 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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AU54 FEJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 AU54 FEJ, 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 AU54 FEJ registered?

AU54 FEJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is AU54 FEJ safe to buy?

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