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BU03 TVN

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

34,106 mi
Last recorded34,106 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 TVN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 34,106 miles

Front drawing pin in front tyre

Pass 14 Jan 2023 33,885 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 32,821 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 32,813 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 32,457 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 32,000 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 31,988 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 31,041 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 31,005 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 31,003 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 30,890 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 28,724 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 24,974 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,420 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 12,562 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 11,756 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2007 9,726 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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BU03 TVN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 BU03 TVN, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU03 TVN registered?

BU03 TVN is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BU03 TVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 TVN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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