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AY53 KWJ

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,541 mi
Last recorded9,541 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 KWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 9,541 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak from reservoir pipe

Fail 22 May 2019 9,541 miles

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied Lever missing from pivot (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak from reservoir pipe

Pass 7 Apr 2018 5,866 miles

Headlamp aim a bit low.

Mirror cracked.

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 12 May 2016 4,531 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 4,453 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 4,425 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 4,281 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 4,204 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 3,590 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 KWJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KWJ, 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 KWJ registered?

AY53 KWJ is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 February 2004.

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The MOT history for AY53 KWJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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