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BU04 FRT

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,916 mi
Last recorded11,916 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2009
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 FRT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2009 11,916 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 11,913 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 10,334 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 6,218 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 6,218 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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BU04 FRT is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BU04 FRT, 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 BU04 FRT registered?

BU04 FRT is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 June 2004.

Is BU04 FRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 FRT shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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