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YY52 LAE

2002 Piaggio Zip

Orange Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,016 mi
Last recorded22,016 miles
Recorded on18 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 LAE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 May 2015 22,016 miles

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

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 May 2015 22,016 miles

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

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 19 May 2014 19,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014 19,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 17,586 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2012 12,609 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 6,093 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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YY52 LAE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Orange 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 YY52 LAE, 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 YY52 LAE registered?

YY52 LAE is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 September 2002.

Is YY52 LAE safe to buy?

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