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MM02 YJV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,090 mi
Last recorded14,090 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM02 YJV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2010 14,090 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 14,090 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 14,062 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 11,213 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 9,690 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 9,690 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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MM02 YJV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MM02 YJV, 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 MM02 YJV registered?

MM02 YJV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 August 2002.

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