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DN51 WKB

2002 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,946 mi
Last recorded25,946 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 WKB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 25,946 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 25,946 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 24,805 miles

Front mudguard split but taped together

Fail 2 Mar 2012 22,358 miles

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

Front Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 22,358 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 20,412 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2011 20,375 miles

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 17,831 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Jan 2009 15,576 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 15,576 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2008 12,505 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 12,505 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 9,931 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 9,931 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 7,799 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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DN51 WKB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DN51 WKB, 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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DN51 WKB is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 February 2002.

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