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HW02 FWE

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

19,913 mi
Last recorded19,913 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 FWE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2010 19,913 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 19,796 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,867 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2009 13,867 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 12,223 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 9,808 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 9,807 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Fail 30 Apr 2007 9,807 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2006 9,221 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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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.

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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?

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