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LB52 YCX

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,186 mi
Last recorded31,186 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 YCX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 31,186 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2017 27,952 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2017 27,948 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 27,929 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 27,929 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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LB52 YCX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LB52 YCX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB52 YCX registered?

LB52 YCX is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 January 2003.

Is LB52 YCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB52 YCX shows 5 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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