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HF51 VNN

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,742 mi
Last recorded11,742 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 VNN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 11,742 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 11,043 miles

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

Noise front steering head area when turning from lock to lock

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 9,902 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

slight noise from headstock bearing when doing lock to lock, bearings dry, recommend greasing.

Fail 4 Apr 2008 9,902 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

slight noise from headstock bearing when doing lock to lock, bearings dry, recommend greasing.

Pass 10 Apr 2007 8,229 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 8,229 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,837 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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HF51 VNN 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 HF51 VNN, 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 HF51 VNN registered?

HF51 VNN is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 February 2002.

Is HF51 VNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 VNN 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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