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YY52 TYW

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

14,465 mi
Last recorded14,465 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 TYW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 14,465 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 13,236 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 13,179 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2014 13,179 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Fail 19 Sep 2012 7,998 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 7,998 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 7,740 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,785 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 4,764 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Sep 2009 3,815 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 May 2008 2,557 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 1,340 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 30 Jan 2006 1,304 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 TYW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 9,820 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 TYW, 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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YY52 TYW is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 December 2002.

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