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WJ52 LPE

2002 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,323 mi
Last recorded16,323 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 LPE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 16,323 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlight has poor beam patern

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Feb 2017 16,318 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlight has poor beam patern

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2016 11,421 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2015 30,971 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 May 2015 30,971 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 26,469 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 6,674 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 6,674 miles

Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 5,975 miles

advise + the mounting point for the number plate is in poor condition

advise + various scratches to the headlamp glass

Pass 26 Sep 2007 3,962 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 3,469 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 3,469 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 6 Sep 2005 3,079 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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WJ52 LPE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Grey 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 WJ52 LPE, 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 LPE registered?

WJ52 LPE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 September 2002.

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