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GK52 GDA

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,115 mi
Last recorded17,115 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 GDA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2015 17,115 miles

stand spring weak

Fail 30 Sep 2015 17,115 miles

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

stand spring weak

Pass 20 Aug 2014 15,330 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 13,738 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2013 13,738 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 13,128 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 12,858 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 12,858 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 12,412 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2009 11,591 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2009 11,591 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 11,237 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 10,778 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2007 10,775 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 9,018 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 GDA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GK52 GDA, 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 GDA registered?

GK52 GDA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 October 2002.

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