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WF02 BTV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

17,065 mi
Last recorded17,065 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 BTV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 17,065 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 12,761 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 12,684 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 12,683 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 12,666 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 12,495 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre splitting between tread blocks.

slight movement in front engine mount.

Pass 20 Jul 2016 12,060 miles

Engine mounting bushes have slight free play

Rear tyre starting to crack between tread

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 11,566 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

slight cracking between tread blocks on rear tyre.

Pass 22 Jul 2014 11,302 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre is sarting to perish between tread blocks.

Pass 23 Jul 2013 10,877 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre starting to crack/perish around tread blocks.

Pass 12 Jul 2012 104,395 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2011 9,704 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre was under inflated at start of test , is , starting to perish , and , has some small splits in the tread posibly where its been run flat.

Pass 13 Jul 2010 8,673 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2010 8,673 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 7,812 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 7,133 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 6,593 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 6,211 miles

small amount of play found in fork sliders

Fail 5 Jul 2006 6,211 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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WF02 BTV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WF02 BTV, 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 WF02 BTV registered?

WF02 BTV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 August 2002.

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