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DX04 UJB

2004 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,468 mi
Last recorded31,468 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 UJB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2015 31,468 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 31,468 miles

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

front wheel slightly stiff to rotate

Pass 20 Aug 2012 27,377 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 27,377 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,389 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 16,328 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 16,317 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,985 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 12,985 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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 24 Jun 2008 9,808 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 9,808 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)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 7,030 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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DX04 UJB is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DX04 UJB, 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 DX04 UJB registered?

DX04 UJB is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is DX04 UJB safe to buy?

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