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GK52 GCV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,653 mi
Last recorded2,653 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 GCV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2011 2,653 miles

body work in poor condition

Fail 8 Mar 2011 2,653 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 13,462 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 7,531 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,219 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 7,219 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2006 6,047 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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GK52 GCV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GK52 GCV, 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 GK52 GCV registered?

GK52 GCV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 October 2002.

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The MOT history for GK52 GCV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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