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LV52 PPU

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

14,167 mi
Last recorded14,167 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 PPU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 14,167 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 9,567 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 8,467 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 6,217 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 6,107 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 6,100 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 6,100 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 6,100 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 6,100 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 6,100 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 6,100 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 6,100 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 15 Sep 2012 6,100 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 6,100 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 6,100 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 6,100 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 6,100 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 17 Oct 2008 6,100 miles

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 6,100 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 6,100 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 6,100 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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LV52 PPU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LV52 PPU, 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 LV52 PPU registered?

LV52 PPU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 September 2002.

Is LV52 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 PPU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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