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NA52 BGF

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,983 mi
Last recorded27,983 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA52 BGF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 27,983 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 27,955 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 27,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 21,547 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 21,279 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 21,056 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 20,676 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 18,097 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 15,415 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 14,270 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 14,270 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 12,536 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 9,428 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2006 9,428 miles

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

Upper Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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NA52 BGF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 NA52 BGF, 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 NA52 BGF registered?

NA52 BGF is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is NA52 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA52 BGF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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