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HY51 DXB

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,527 mi
Last recorded23,527 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 DXB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2011 23,527 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2011 23,527 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 21,951 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 19,883 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 19,883 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2008 18,682 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 18,682 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 16,959 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 16,959 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 12,314 miles

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

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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HY51 DXB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HY51 DXB, 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 HY51 DXB registered?

HY51 DXB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is HY51 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 DXB shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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