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SG02 VGY

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

8,441 mi
Last recorded8,441 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG02 VGY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Nov 2012 8,441 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 8,441 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 28 May 2010 7,827 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 7,827 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 7,109 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 7,105 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 7,105 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 16 May 2006 5,690 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 5,690 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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SG02 VGY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 SG02 VGY, 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 SG02 VGY registered?

SG02 VGY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 March 2002.

Is SG02 VGY safe to buy?

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