MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,913 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Speedo cable missing
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HW02 FWE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.
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 HW02 FWE, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was HW02 FWE registered?
HW02 FWE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 August 2002.
Is HW02 FWE safe to buy?
The MOT history for HW02 FWE shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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