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FN52 LXH

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,313 mi
Last recorded9,313 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 LXH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 9,313 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2023 8,897 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 7,098 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 7,092 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 33,103 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2018 6,861 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 6,578 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 6,317 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 6,187 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 5,760 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 5,526 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 5,213 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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FN52 LXH is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FN52 LXH, 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 FN52 LXH registered?

FN52 LXH is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is FN52 LXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 LXH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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