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BU02 LTA

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,198 mi
Last recorded11,198 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 LTA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 11,198 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 11,068 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 9,769 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 8,556 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 7,838 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 7,136 miles

Central Rear Number plate lamp not illumunating

Pass 16 Jun 2017 7,136 miles

Central Rear Number plate lamp not illuminating.

Pass 26 May 2016 6,367 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 6,324 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 6,262 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 6,161 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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BU02 LTA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 9,820 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU02 LTA, 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 24 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU02 LTA registered?

BU02 LTA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is BU02 LTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU02 LTA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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