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WJ52 LYU

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

16,452 mi
Last recorded16,452 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 LYU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 16,452 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

headlamp dim

Fail 13 May 2014 16,452 miles

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

battery insecure

bottom panals missing

front mud gard missing

head light dull

Fail 12 May 2014 16,452 miles

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

battery insecure

front brake hose insecure

headlamp dim

side stand loose

unable to check headlamp aim

vehicle in very poor condition

Pass 26 Sep 2012 14,721 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 14,643 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 LYU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 LYU, 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 LYU registered?

WJ52 LYU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 October 2002.

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