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S439 COU

1998 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,020 mi
Last recorded11,020 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Zip7,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS439 COU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 11,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 10,935 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

oil leak rear of bike..

Pass 1 May 2007 10,311 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 10,256 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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S439 COU is a 1998 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S439 COU, 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 S439 COU registered?

S439 COU is a 1998 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is S439 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S439 COU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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