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CE52 VUU

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,043 mi
Last recorded15,043 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE52 VUU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2010 15,043 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2010 15,043 miles

Rear Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 11,533 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 11,533 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

head light switch worn

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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CE52 VUU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 CE52 VUU, 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 CE52 VUU registered?

CE52 VUU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 October 2002.

Is CE52 VUU safe to buy?

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