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HY51 EGV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,879 mi
Last recorded26,879 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 EGV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 26,879 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 22,006 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 21,196 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 20,016 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 20,016 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jan 2014 18,169 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 18,169 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 15,821 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

seat hinge damaged

Pass 9 Feb 2012 14,625 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,589 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 12,302 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 10,929 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 9,662 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 8,265 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 8,265 miles

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

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 6,732 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 6,731 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS

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 EGV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EGV, 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 EGV registered?

HY51 EGV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is HY51 EGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY51 EGV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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