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YR02 XLV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,093 mi
Last recorded5,093 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR02 XLV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2011 5,093 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight play in rear susp bush

Pass 22 Dec 2011 5,093 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight play in rear susp bush

Pass 13 Sep 2010 4,909 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 4,909 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 4,909 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2008 2,670 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 2,589 miles

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

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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YR02 XLV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YR02 XLV, 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 YR02 XLV registered?

YR02 XLV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is YR02 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR02 XLV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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