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YY52 NCV

2002 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,709 mi
Last recorded25,709 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 NCV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 25,709 miles

Central Front Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Rear Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired new fitted at test (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 24,961 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 23,872 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 15,878 miles

Front Slight splits on tyre

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 10,700 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 10,695 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn down to steel (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables speedo cable not connected trapping steering (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2016 10,116 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2014 10,105 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,810 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,508 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 9,045 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 8,570 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 7,881 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2008 6,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jan 2008 6,460 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 4,953 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 NCV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 YY52 NCV, 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 NCV registered?

YY52 NCV is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2002.

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