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KL52 ECJ

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,093 mi
Last recorded18,093 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL52 ECJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2014 18,093 miles

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

dip beam image slightly poor

fairing broken

front fork covers broken

front mud guard broken

os/ns fork stanchion bushes showing signs of wear

rear indicators whitish in colour

rear number plate broken

Fail 10 Oct 2014 18,093 miles

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

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

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

dip beam image slightly poor

fairing broken

front fork covers broken

front mud guard broken

os/ns fork stanchion bushes showing signs of wear

rear indicators whitish in colour

rear number plate broken

Pass 2 Oct 2013 17,677 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 30 Sep 2013 17,663 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 17,653 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

advise + the front body work is damaged / broken

advise + the tail light works only when the main beam is in operation !!!!

Pass 17 May 2010 10,729 miles

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

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

advise + the number plate has a section missing but the plate is readable

Fail 17 May 2010 10,720 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

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

advise + the number plate has a section missing but the plate is readable

Pass 15 May 2009 9,872 miles

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

battery flat.

Pass 12 Nov 2008 9,304 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 7,752 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 7,748 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 6,081 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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KL52 ECJ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KL52 ECJ, 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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KL52 ECJ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 November 2002.

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