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VU52 XAB

2002 Piaggio Zip

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,954 mi
Last recorded12,954 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 XAB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 12,954 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 12,954 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 12,655 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

slight cracking in sidewall of front tyre.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 12,331 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 12,197 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 12,197 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 15,152 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2010 15,152 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 12,146 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2009 12,146 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 9,920 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 6,192 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 6,156 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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VU52 XAB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VU52 XAB, 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 VU52 XAB registered?

VU52 XAB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is VU52 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 XAB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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