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YX53 FSG

2004 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

5,213 mi
Last recorded5,213 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2013
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Zip9,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 FSG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2013 5,213 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2013 5,213 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 5,213 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 25 Sep 2012 5,213 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 5,213 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 5,213 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 5,213 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlight - high beam not working

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 5,213 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlight - high beam not working

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

Fail 21 Nov 2009 5,213 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

front tyre down on pressure

Pass 17 Nov 2008 2,694 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 18 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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YX53 FSG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 YX53 FSG, 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 YX53 FSG registered?

YX53 FSG is a 2004 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 January 2004.

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