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HV52 YBZ

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,080 mi
Last recorded21,080 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2013
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 YBZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2013 21,080 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,485 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 15,485 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 9,611 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2010 9,611 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2009 7,772 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 6,972 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 4,973 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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HV52 YBZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue 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 HV52 YBZ, 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 HV52 YBZ registered?

HV52 YBZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 November 2002.

Is HV52 YBZ safe to buy?

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