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YY52 PVO

2003 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,412 mi
Last recorded5,412 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Piaggio Zip9,351 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY52 PVO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 5,412 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 5,412 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 5,411 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

steering head bearing has slight play

Fail 18 Apr 2016 5,411 miles

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

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking centre stand (6.1.1c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

steering head bearing has slight play

Pass 28 Aug 2014 4,532 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 11,870 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 11,870 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 11,638 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 11,520 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 10,155 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,240 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Sep 2008 8,240 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 5,821 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 4,952 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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YY52 PVO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 9,351 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 YY52 PVO, 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 23 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YY52 PVO registered?

YY52 PVO is a 2003 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 January 2003.

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