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BU04 FSS

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

6,154 mi
Last recorded6,154 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 FSS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 6,154 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 6,154 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 18,402 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 17,743 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 17,743 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 5 Jun 2010 17,739 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 9,231 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 9,174 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)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 6,673 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 6,673 miles

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 May 2007 6,673 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 FSS is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 FSS, 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 FSS registered?

BU04 FSS is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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