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LG52 JZH

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

23,729 mi
Last recorded23,729 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG52 JZH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2021 23,729 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 17 Aug 2021 23,729 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Brake (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 17,874 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 17,865 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Beam switch intermittent

Pass 20 Dec 2018 16,715 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 16,704 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 16,704 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 16,641 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2013 16,641 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 16,321 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 16,309 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 16,210 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 14,635 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 12,033 miles

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 position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 17 Feb 2007 12,033 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,758 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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LG52 JZH is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LG52 JZH, 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 LG52 JZH registered?

LG52 JZH is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is LG52 JZH safe to buy?

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