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KU52 LJL

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,204 mi
Last recorded29,204 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 LJL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2016 29,204 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 25,033 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 24,488 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 24,488 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 23,895 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 22,838 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 22,838 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 13 May 2010 20,856 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 12,609 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 99,622 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 9,888 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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KU52 LJL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KU52 LJL, 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 KU52 LJL registered?

KU52 LJL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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