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DG52 JYO

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

9,533 mi
Last recorded9,533 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2010
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 JYO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2010 9,533 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2010 9,473 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 8,226 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 8,226 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2008 8,226 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 8,226 miles

Front Braking system does not have an approriate system/s fitted according to its age (3.1.1)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 8,226 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 8,226 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 15 Dec 2005 7,048 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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DG52 JYO is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 DG52 JYO, 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 DG52 JYO registered?

DG52 JYO is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is DG52 JYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 JYO shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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