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KE54 HEU

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

12,671 mi
Last recorded12,671 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE54 HEU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 12,671 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 12,641 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 12,556 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 12,553 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 12,466 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 11,827 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 11,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 10,651 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 7,170 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 6,924 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear SHOCK SLIGHTLY SLOW ON REBOUND

Pass 26 Aug 2014 6,698 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear damper stiff on return

Pass 21 Aug 2013 4,635 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 4,635 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 3,009 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 2,893 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 2,742 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 2,742 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 2,214 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2009 2,214 miles

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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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KE54 HEU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 KE54 HEU, 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 KE54 HEU registered?

KE54 HEU is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 October 2004.

Is KE54 HEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE54 HEU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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