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WK52 VKG

2003 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,088 mi
Last recorded14,088 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 VKG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 13 Feb 2026 14,088 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released front switch at fault (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jan 2022 14,064 miles

play in centre stand

Fail 6 Jan 2022 14,064 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

play in centre stand

Pass 20 Jan 2021 14,064 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 14,064 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 14,064 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 13,645 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 13,645 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 13,307 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,218 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Dec 2005 9,000 miles

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

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

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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WK52 VKG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 WK52 VKG, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WK52 VKG registered?

WK52 VKG is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 January 2003.

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