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YX04 HSG

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

8,111 mi
Last recorded8,111 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 HSG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Jan 2018 8,111 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 7,635 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

ignition switch faulty

Fail 11 Nov 2016 7,635 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

ignition switch faulty

Pass 18 Jul 2015 38,381 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 36,373 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 33,019 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 33,019 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 30,306 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 30,306 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 27,064 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 27,064 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 May 2010 23,404 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 May 2009 19,286 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 19,286 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,909 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 12,929 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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YX04 HSG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YX04 HSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX04 HSG registered?

YX04 HSG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 June 2004.

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