MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,606 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FG52 PVA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FG52 PVA, 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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What year was FG52 PVA registered?
FG52 PVA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 October 2002.
Is FG52 PVA safe to buy?
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