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R636 TRK

1997 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,905 mi
Last recorded7,905 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR636 TRK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2023 7,905 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 7,905 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 7,555 miles

Front tyre has cracking to sidewall

Pass 18 Sep 2020 7,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 7,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 7,150 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 5,643 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 5,643 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 10 Aug 2018 5,602 miles

Fork yoke modification unsafe lock stops not present (2.2.2 (e))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel cap ineffective cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel cap leaking seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel excessively damaged groove ground to previous fouling (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel excessively distorted buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected notchy steering (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear brake has judder

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 5,056 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 3,582 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 1,751 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 1,552 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R636 TRK is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 7,328 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 R636 TRK, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R636 TRK registered?

R636 TRK is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R636 TRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R636 TRK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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