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FE52 GHU

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

25,517 mi
Last recorded25,517 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 GHU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 25,517 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from manifold. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 25,517 miles

Central Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play adjusted up and secured locking device,slight flat spot in centre. ok (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking from manifold. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2017 22,678 miles

Central Lower centre stand not secured correctly

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play headstock races have flat spot in. loose bearings also, made safe by adjusting. advised on replacing. (2.2.2)

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive play from pulley and gearbox assy. (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 20 May 2017 22,678 miles

Central Lower centre stand not secured correctly

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play headstock races have flat spot in. loose bearings also, made safe by adjusting. advised on replacing. (2.2.2)

Rear Drive belt sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive play from pulley and gearbox assy. (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 May 2016 19,754 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 19,754 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 May 2015 16,246 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 16,246 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 13,790 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 13,729 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2013 18,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 May 2012 13,028 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 9,844 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 9,844 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,661 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 9,661 miles

Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 9,617 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 9,617 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 6,305 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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FE52 GHU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 FE52 GHU, 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.

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FE52 GHU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 October 2002.

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