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AO52 UHV

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,638 mi
Last recorded17,638 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 UHV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2010 17,638 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 12,352 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 12,352 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 9,789 miles

Rear stoplamp does not illuminate on application of front brake. Vehicle of European Specification for 2003 year.

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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AO52 UHV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 AO52 UHV, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO52 UHV registered?

AO52 UHV is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is AO52 UHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 UHV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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