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WJ52 SZV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,040 mi
Last recorded12,040 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ52 SZV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 12,040 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 12,040 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies switch sticking freed off (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 10,789 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Slight play in wheel bearing

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 9,512 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 9,512 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 8,221 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 8,221 miles

Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,376 miles

rips in seat cover

Pass 13 Jul 2012 6,395 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 5,293 miles

front tyre perished

front tyre worn

Pass 15 Jul 2010 4,586 miles

surface rust on front disc

Fail 15 Jul 2010 4,586 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

surface rust on front disc

Pass 17 Nov 2008 3,656 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 3,071 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 2,665 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 1,981 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 SZV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SZV, 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 SZV registered?

WJ52 SZV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 October 2002.

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