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R904 JGC

1997 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,520 mi
Last recorded10,520 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR904 JGC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 10,520 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 10,397 miles

front tyre on limit

Pass 26 Jan 2008 7,465 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2008 7,465 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 7,286 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 7,047 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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R904 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R904 JGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R904 JGC registered?

R904 JGC is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 November 1997.

Is R904 JGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R904 JGC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R904 JGC have outstanding finance?

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