MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
13,459 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
n/s rear foot rest spring missing but tied back
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R65 VYA is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R65 VYA, 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 R65 VYA registered?
R65 VYA is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R65 VYA safe to buy?
The MOT history for R65 VYA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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