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WX54 XUR

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,229 mi
Last recorded14,229 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 XUR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 14,229 miles

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)

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2013 14,229 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 12,927 miles

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

mainstand pivot pin worn

rear tyre valve perished

Fail 18 Jun 2012 12,927 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

mainstand pivot pin worn

rear tyre valve perished

Fail 30 Nov 2011 12,925 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

mainstand pin worn

rear tyre valve perished

Pass 16 Oct 2010 9,360 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 9,360 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 16 Oct 2009 4,381 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 4,381 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 2,178 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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WX54 XUR is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 WX54 XUR, 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 WX54 XUR registered?

WX54 XUR is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 December 2004.

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