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AY04 LVW

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,232 mi
Last recorded24,232 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 LVW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 24,232 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 23,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 21,308 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 21,275 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 19,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear mudguard touching the tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 15,810 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 15,799 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 14,549 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2012 14,524 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 13,068 miles

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

One exhaust bracket bolt missing

Pass 3 Jul 2010 12,784 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 12,562 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 12,562 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 8 May 2008 10,164 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 10,164 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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AY04 LVW is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY04 LVW, 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 AY04 LVW registered?

AY04 LVW is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 July 2004.

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