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FY02 YMC

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,982 mi
Last recorded24,982 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY02 YMC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,982 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 24,950 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 21,088 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 21,087 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 17,120 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 17,120 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 16,729 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,568 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 16,433 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 15,646 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 15,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2005 12,232 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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FY02 YMC is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FY02 YMC, 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 FY02 YMC registered?

FY02 YMC is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 July 2002.

Is FY02 YMC safe to buy?

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