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WK02 VXY

2002 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,256 mi
Last recorded7,256 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 VXY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 7,256 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 7,256 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 7,095 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 7,095 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 7,009 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 6,682 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 6,682 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 6,118 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 6,118 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 6,039 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 5,407 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 5,260 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,732 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 4,732 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2006 4,732 miles

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

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

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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WK02 VXY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WK02 VXY, 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 WK02 VXY registered?

WK02 VXY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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