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SC02 MKL

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,531 mi
Last recorded6,531 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC02 MKL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 6,531 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 6,531 miles

Front head lamp lens in poor condition

Front suspension soft

Seat insecure at front clip

Speedo cable was insecure

Pass 22 Sep 2016 6,201 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 5,807 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2013 5,807 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 5,701 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 5,701 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 5,701 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

center stand needing stronger spring to hold stand up tighter

slight corrosion starting on lower cross member under side of engine

Pass 1 Mar 2011 5,351 miles

rear shocker has slight fluid leak and needing replaced soon

Pass 23 Feb 2010 5,093 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 5,093 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 4,316 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 4,316 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 3,676 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 2,894 miles

front and rear tyres slightly perished on side walls

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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SC02 MKL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SC02 MKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SC02 MKL registered?

SC02 MKL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 July 2002.

Is SC02 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC02 MKL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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