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YY52 LRL

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

28,189 mi
Last recorded28,189 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2009
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 LRL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2009 28,189 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 28,189 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 14 Aug 2009 28,147 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 21,789 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 19,333 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 9,708 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 9,708 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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 LRL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 LRL, 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 LRL registered?

YY52 LRL is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 October 2002.

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