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PK51 HYW

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

8,789 mi
Last recorded8,789 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 HYW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2012 8,789 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2012 8,789 miles

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

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 7,188 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 19 Jul 2011 7,188 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2010 5,650 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 5,650 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 4,457 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 3,975 miles

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 Feb 2008 3,972 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 3,346 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 3,345 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 3,345 miles

Centre Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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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PK51 HYW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 PK51 HYW, 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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PK51 HYW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 February 2002.

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