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EJ02 OSG

2002 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,238 mi
Last recorded18,238 miles
Recorded on2 May 2008
Typical for 2002 Piaggio Zip9,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 OSG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2008 18,238 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 18,214 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 2 May 2007 9,860 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 9,582 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 3,310 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 3,310 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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EJ02 OSG is a 2002 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 EJ02 OSG, 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 EJ02 OSG registered?

EJ02 OSG is a 2002 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 August 2002.

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