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WJ52 KXX

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,106 mi
Last recorded20,106 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 KXX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 20,106 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no main beam tell tail

offside indicator flashing slightly fast

rear reflector held on with tape

Fail 20 Nov 2017 20,104 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no main beam tell tail

rear reflector held on with tape

Pass 28 Apr 2016 20,063 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

rear tyre tread getting low.

Fail 26 Apr 2016 20,063 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

dip and main beam around the wrong way.

rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 22 Apr 2015 17,097 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 13,138 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2014 13,138 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,636 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 7,419 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 7,419 miles

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

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,052 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Impact damage noted on plastic panels.

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 5,051 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Impact damage noted on plastic panels.

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

Pass 18 Dec 2009 5,050 miles

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

ignition switch faulty.

Fail 17 Dec 2009 5,050 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

battery flat.

ignition switch faulty.

rear light brighter than stop lights, incorrect bulbs or wired incorrectly.

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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WJ52 KXX is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 WJ52 KXX, 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 WJ52 KXX registered?

WJ52 KXX is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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