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AV52 HWC

2002 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

9,289 mi
Last recorded9,289 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 HWC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 9,289 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 9,052 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 8,769 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 8,493 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 8,144 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 7,823 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 7,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 6,736 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front and rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 22 Sep 2016 6,336 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 5,884 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 5,532 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 5,010 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2012 4,533 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 4,533 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 4,077 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

slight oil leak from drive case

Pass 24 Sep 2010 3,565 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 3,105 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,816 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 2,603 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 2,394 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 2,076 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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AV52 HWC is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 AV52 HWC, 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 AV52 HWC registered?

AV52 HWC is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 October 2002.

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