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VU02 YWA

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

32,994 mi
Last recorded32,994 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 YWA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 32,994 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 32,994 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2015 31,379 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 31,379 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 27,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,756 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 25,756 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,847 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 22,464 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 19,512 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 19,512 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 16,775 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 13,311 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 May 2008 13,311 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Oct 2006 9,464 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 9,464 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 May 2005 5,210 miles

Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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 YWA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VU02 YWA, 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 VU02 YWA registered?

VU02 YWA is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is VU02 YWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU02 YWA shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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