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GX02 NFJ

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

6,543 mi
Last recorded6,543 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX02 NFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 6,543 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 6,534 miles

Front brake binding slightly.

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 6,534 miles

Front brake binding slightly.

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 6,104 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 6,104 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 5,397 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2010 5,395 miles

Front Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 5,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2006 5,394 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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GX02 NFJ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 GX02 NFJ, 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 GX02 NFJ registered?

GX02 NFJ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 May 2002.

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