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S542 LCK

1998 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,237 mi
Last recorded21,237 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Zip7,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS542 LCK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 21,237 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 20,358 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 20,224 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 18,624 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2011 17,156 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 17,156 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 16,567 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 15,667 miles

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,589 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 13,431 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Sep 2007 13,431 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 12,294 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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S542 LCK is a 1998 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 7,200 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 S542 LCK, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S542 LCK registered?

S542 LCK is a 1998 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S542 LCK safe to buy?

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