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KL52 EBM

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,266 mi
Last recorded24,266 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 EBM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,266 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 22,666 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 16,924 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 16,924 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 11,599 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 11,599 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 15,225 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 14,432 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 11,342 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 9,174 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 9,174 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 30 Dec 2008 7,106 miles

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

rear tyre has less than 1mm of tread in some places but is legal for this class of machine

Pass 2 Jan 2008 5,165 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 3,352 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 2,128 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 2,128 miles

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

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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KL52 EBM is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 KL52 EBM, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KL52 EBM registered?

KL52 EBM is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is KL52 EBM safe to buy?

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