MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
22,514 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)
Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)
Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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R842 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 R842 FGO, 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 R842 FGO registered?
R842 FGO is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 September 1997.
Is R842 FGO safe to buy?
The MOT history for R842 FGO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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