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S537 BGH

1998 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,735 mi
Last recorded10,735 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Zip7,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS537 BGH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017 10,735 miles

play in rear wheel spline

Pass 19 Jul 2013 9,515 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 9,515 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 6,929 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 6,929 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2010 4,067 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 1 Nov 2010 4,051 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 4,010 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Oct 2006 4,010 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2005 4,010 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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S537 BGH is a 1998 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 S537 BGH, 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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S537 BGH is a 1998 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 August 1998.

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