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YM52 TEY

2003 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,450 mi
Last recorded22,450 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM52 TEY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2013 22,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 19,652 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Nail in rear tyre

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 18 Feb 2011 17,362 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 14,898 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 14,898 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 14,435 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 13,660 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 13,645 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jan 2006 10,153 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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YM52 TEY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YM52 TEY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YM52 TEY registered?

YM52 TEY is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 January 2003.

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