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AY53 JYC

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,043 mi
Last recorded7,043 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 JYC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 7,043 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 7,043 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 12,432 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 12,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 12,432 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 12,432 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 11,025 miles

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

Front tyre wall perished

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 7,982 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking on side wall.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Jun 2013 7,982 miles

Front tyre has slight cracking on side wall.

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 2,868 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 2,649 miles

rear tyre 2mm tread

Pass 19 Mar 2008 2,162 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 2,051 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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AY53 JYC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AY53 JYC, 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 AY53 JYC registered?

AY53 JYC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 February 2004.

Is AY53 JYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY53 JYC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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