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HJ52 SXP

2002 Piaggio Zip

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,391 mi
Last recorded19,391 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 SXP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,391 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

left side mirror missing

Pass 4 Jul 2009 22,744 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,771 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2008 18,771 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,771 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 17,165 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 17,063 miles

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 12,485 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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HJ52 SXP is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ52 SXP, 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 HJ52 SXP registered?

HJ52 SXP is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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