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HN52 KUU

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

35,377 mi
Last recorded35,377 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 KUU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2012 35,377 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 35,377 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 32,007 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 32,007 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 23,651 miles

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

Fail 28 Feb 2009 22,869 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 21,136 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 21,136 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 19,476 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 17,417 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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HN52 KUU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 HN52 KUU, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HN52 KUU registered?

HN52 KUU is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 January 2003.

Is HN52 KUU safe to buy?

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