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LV52 TXK

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,174 mi
Last recorded15,174 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV52 TXK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Mar 2010 15,174 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 12,302 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 11,180 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2005 11,000 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2005 10,981 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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 TXK is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 TXK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV52 TXK registered?

LV52 TXK is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 October 2002.

Is LV52 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV52 TXK 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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