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GU52 WHL

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,661 mi
Last recorded21,661 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 WHL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 21,661 miles

Offside Front Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 16,778 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

daytime ticket has been issued for daytime use only and in good vivibility

Fail 19 Aug 2016 9,256 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 8,486 miles

DAMAGE TO FAIRING (MORE THAN ONE PLACE)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT TYRE WORN TO WEAR BAR INDICATORS

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

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR LIGHT LENSE

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR REFLECTOR

Fail 16 Mar 2013 84,832 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

DAMAGE TO FAIRING (MORE THAN ONE PLACE)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

FRONT TYRE WORN TO WEAR BAR INDICATORS

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

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR LIGHT LENSE

SLIGHT DAMAGE TO REAR REFLECTOR

Pass 27 Feb 2012 6,891 miles

damage to rear brake light and rear reflector

front tyre mishaping

Pass 28 Feb 2011 5,515 miles

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

damage to fairing and side panels

Pass 3 Mar 2010 4,172 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 3,515 miles

offside brake lever bent

panel damage to offside

Fail 4 Mar 2009 3,510 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

offside brake lever bent

panel damage to offside

rear tyre flat

Pass 12 Nov 2007 3,201 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 1,788 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 1,787 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2005 875 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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GU52 WHL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GU52 WHL, 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 GU52 WHL registered?

GU52 WHL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 November 2002.

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