MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,910 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Throttle operation is stiff but returns when released!
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)
Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HW52 FDF is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 HW52 FDF, 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 HW52 FDF registered?
HW52 FDF is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 November 2002.
Is HW52 FDF safe to buy?
The MOT history for HW52 FDF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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