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DA52 YRW

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

17,024 mi
Last recorded17,024 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA52 YRW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 17,024 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 16,750 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2025 16,750 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 15,533 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 15,289 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2022 15,079 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 14,840 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 14,840 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 14,718 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 14,455 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 14,050 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 13,904 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 13,461 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 12,561 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 12,561 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 11,700 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 11,620 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Feb 2013 11,620 miles

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

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 10,976 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 10,325 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 9,420 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 8,669 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 7,489 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 6,048 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 4,516 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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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DA52 YRW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 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 DA52 YRW, 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 DA52 YRW registered?

DA52 YRW is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is DA52 YRW safe to buy?

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