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LJ53 ZRA

2004 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,428 mi
Last recorded28,428 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 ZRA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 28,428 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Offside Mirror Cracked

Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,719 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 24,719 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fail 29 May 2010 20,008 miles

Damage to rear plastics, still secure.

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 May 2010 20,008 miles

Damage to rear plastics, still secure.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 15,478 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2009 15,478 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 12,643 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 3,908 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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LJ53 ZRA is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 LJ53 ZRA, 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 LJ53 ZRA registered?

LJ53 ZRA is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 January 2004.

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