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NK51 UGL

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,227 mi
Last recorded20,227 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 UGL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 20,227 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 20,221 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 19,661 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

advise front tyre underinflated

Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,661 miles

advise front tyre underinflated

Pass 9 Jul 2007 15,800 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 15,795 miles

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 11,617 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 11,617 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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NK51 UGL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 NK51 UGL, 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 NK51 UGL registered?

NK51 UGL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is NK51 UGL safe to buy?

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