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AV52 RZH

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

10,852 mi
Last recorded10,852 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 RZH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2010 10,852 miles

rear brake has little reserve travel

Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,767 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

front tyre perished and cracked

Fail 22 Sep 2009 8,767 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

front tyre perished and cracked

Fail 17 Aug 2009 8,726 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

front tyre cracked between treads

Pass 2 Aug 2007 8,636 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 8,098 miles

Centre Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 8,098 miles

Centre Front Lower Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Centre Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4) DANGEROUS

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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AV52 RZH is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 AV52 RZH, 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 AV52 RZH registered?

AV52 RZH is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is AV52 RZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV52 RZH shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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