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PL02 BZE

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,664 mi
Last recorded23,664 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 BZE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2022 23,664 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

NO MIRRORS FITTED

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 21,388 miles

exhaust guard missing

steering stops not working properly

Fail 14 Dec 2020 21,388 miles

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

exhaust guard missing

steering stops not working properly

Pass 23 Dec 2019 16,374 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 14,047 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 12,932 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 11,924 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 11,490 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 9,471 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 9,471 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 4 Aug 2010 8,988 miles

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

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 4 Aug 2010 8,988 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 7,966 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,391 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 6,412 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 5,493 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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PL02 BZE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 PL02 BZE, 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 PL02 BZE registered?

PL02 BZE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 August 2002.

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