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LK04 EWC

2004 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,956 mi
Last recorded17,956 miles
Recorded on19 May 2009
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK04 EWC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 May 2009 17,956 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2008 12,401 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 12,401 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 7,815 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LK04 EWC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Orange with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LK04 EWC, 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 LK04 EWC registered?

LK04 EWC is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 April 2004.

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