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YN53 YVO

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,387 mi
Last recorded4,387 miles
Recorded on12 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 YVO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2012 4,387 miles

Offside 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(ii))

Fail 5 May 2012 4,380 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Offside 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(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2011 1,635 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 1,592 miles

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

Front Lower Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2008 9,229 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 7,186 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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YN53 YVO is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 YN53 YVO, 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 YN53 YVO registered?

YN53 YVO is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 January 2004.

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