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VU02 HFW

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,912 mi
Last recorded8,912 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 HFW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 8,912 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2014 8,911 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2011 14,185 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear brake needs adjusting

Pass 11 Dec 2009 14,185 miles

light/switch replaced with wrong swith working but liable to be caught

Fail 9 Dec 2009 14,185 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

light/switch replaced with wrong swith working but liable to be caught

Pass 24 Oct 2008 14,185 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 14,185 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 13,621 miles

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

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

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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VU02 HFW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VU02 HFW, 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 VU02 HFW registered?

VU02 HFW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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