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DG52 NBK

2002 Piaggio Zip

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,375 mi
Last recorded38,375 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 NBK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2024 38,375 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 36,725 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 35,265 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 31,369 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 29,176 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2019 26,510 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 25,059 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 25,038 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 22,645 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 22,645 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 19,241 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2006 15,367 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,367 miles

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

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 NBK is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 DG52 NBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG52 NBK registered?

DG52 NBK is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is DG52 NBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG52 NBK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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