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NU52 UHZ

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,069 mi
Last recorded1,069 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU52 UHZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 1,069 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 1,028 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 9,272 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 8,353 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 7,204 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 6,454 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 5,912 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 4,732 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 3,870 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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NU52 UHZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NU52 UHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU52 UHZ registered?

NU52 UHZ is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 January 2003.

Is NU52 UHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU52 UHZ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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