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YM02 DFY

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

24,678 mi
Last recorded24,678 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM02 DFY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2014 24,678 miles

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

front mudguard bolt missing

number plate light not working

Fail 29 Oct 2014 24,678 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

front mudguard bolt missing

number plate light not working

Pass 2 Sep 2013 12,908 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 12,908 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Seat hinge broken on offside front (seat secure in locked position)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,904 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 17 Aug 2011 12,904 miles

seat broken but still secure

Fail 17 Aug 2011 12,904 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

seat broken but still secure

Pass 27 May 2008 12,903 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 12,903 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 12,903 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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YM02 DFY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 YM02 DFY, 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 YM02 DFY registered?

YM02 DFY is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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