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GP02 BYS

2002 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,531 mi
Last recorded17,531 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP02 BYS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2015 17,531 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 17,531 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 17,401 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 16,343 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 16,334 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,849 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake lever slighty bent

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 14,059 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2010 14,058 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 13,330 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 13,330 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 12,170 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,125 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,057 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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GP02 BYS is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GP02 BYS, 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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GP02 BYS is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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