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LF02 SGZ

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

54 mi
Last recorded54 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF02 SGZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 54 miles

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

Fail 3 Nov 2016 40 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 63,348 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 60,230 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 60,216 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 56,749 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 Aug 2013 56,749 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 51,211 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 46,613 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 45,969 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 45,969 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 40,273 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 40,273 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 29 Feb 2008 34,118 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 34,118 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 27,803 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 21,260 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 21,760 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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LF02 SGZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 LF02 SGZ, 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 LF02 SGZ registered?

LF02 SGZ is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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