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R665 HGF

1998 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

7,744 mi
Last recorded7,744 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2012
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Zip7,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR665 HGF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2012 7,744 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 7,744 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 3,635 miles

speedo reading same as last year

Pass 12 Jul 2008 3,635 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 3,635 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2007 3,635 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 3,635 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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R665 HGF is a 1998 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 7,200 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 R665 HGF, 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 28 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R665 HGF registered?

R665 HGF is a 1998 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 July 1998.

Is R665 HGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R665 HGF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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