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DX54 EXD

2004 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

9,491 mi
Last recorded9,491 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 EXD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 9,491 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bodywork missing

seatlock missing

Fail 12 Sep 2012 9,477 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

bodywork missing

seatlock missing

Fail 1 Aug 2012 9,453 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

lower exhaust mounting missing

n/s drive unit damaged

Pass 9 Aug 2011 3,520 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

seat slightly loose

Fail 9 Aug 2011 3,514 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b) DANGEROUS

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

seat slightly loose

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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DX54 EXD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 DX54 EXD, 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 DX54 EXD registered?

DX54 EXD is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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