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HJ02 RDZ

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,276 mi
Last recorded24,276 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2012
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 RDZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,276 miles

front n/s & o/s indicators, loose connection

Fail 29 Mar 2012 24,274 miles

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

front n/s & o/s indicators, loose connection

Fail 14 Dec 2011 24,249 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 19,204 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 19,204 miles

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 18 Nov 2009 15,190 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 12,395 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2007 12,337 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 8,970 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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HJ02 RDZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 HJ02 RDZ, 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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HJ02 RDZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 April 2002.

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