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S87 DHR

1998 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

21,732 mi
Last recorded21,732 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Piaggio Zip7,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS87 DHR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 21,732 miles

blue lamp inside front fairing.

stand missing

Fail 6 Nov 2014 21,721 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

blue lamp inside front fairing.

stand missing

Pass 21 Oct 2013 18,578 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel pipe cracked

Fail 10 Oct 2013 18,566 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel pipe cracked

Pass 16 Feb 2013 17,690 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel pipe starting to crack

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 17,684 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 16,722 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,606 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 25 Jun 2009 16,606 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 15,445 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 Feb 2008 15,445 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 14,418 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2005 13,452 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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S87 DHR is a 1998 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S87 DHR, 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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S87 DHR is a 1998 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 September 1998.

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