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MV02 ZZX

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,492 mi
Last recorded24,492 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV02 ZZX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 24,492 miles

Front fender split

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 24,492 miles

Front Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel fitted backwards (5.2.3 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front fender split

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 23,654 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 21,629 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 17,318 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Feb 2016 17,024 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 16,428 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 14,908 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 14,908 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 13,805 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 12,847 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 11,317 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 10,060 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 9,262 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 9,257 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2008 8,366 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 5 Feb 2008 8,307 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 7,346 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 7,346 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2006 6,790 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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MV02 ZZX is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MV02 ZZX, 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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MV02 ZZX is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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