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V841 FDL

1999 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,330 mi
Last recorded9,330 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV841 FDL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2018 9,330 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2012 8,946 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Speedo drive incorrectly fitted

Fail 27 Jan 2012 8,946 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Speedo drive incorrectly fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2010 8,903 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 8,724 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 8,723 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2007 7,954 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

front tyre pressure is low

Pass 9 Nov 2006 7,018 miles

Front Brake pad(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.

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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V841 FDL is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 6,994 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 V841 FDL, 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 27 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V841 FDL registered?

V841 FDL is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 December 1999.

Is V841 FDL safe to buy?

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