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WJ52 MBU

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,541 mi
Last recorded10,541 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 MBU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2020 10,541 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 10,541 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2019 6,806 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 26 Jan 2019 6,800 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2017 4,824 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2017 4,818 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 4,265 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2014 3,839 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 3,839 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2013 3,784 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 3,638 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 3,462 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 3,194 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 3,194 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 3,194 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 3,006 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 3,006 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 2,710 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 MBU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MBU, 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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WJ52 MBU is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 October 2002.

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