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DA03 KDV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,230 mi
Last recorded31,230 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 KDV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 31,230 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 31,230 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on rear (1.1.3a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted rear of vehicle (6.1.1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure rear (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2014 29,161 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 26,210 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 23,370 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 22,120 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 22,102 miles

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Lower Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Upper Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

front tyre has low reserve and is worn unevenly and has low visible tread

motorcycle main stand point of fixture is worn, spring not fully suporting

rear brake lever sticking has no reserve lever action and failed to stop the rear wheel

Pass 20 Jul 2009 14,460 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 8,155 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 6,912 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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DA03 KDV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA03 KDV, 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 DA03 KDV registered?

DA03 KDV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 May 2003.

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