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W233 RHU

2000 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,708 mi
Last recorded18,708 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW233 RHU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 18,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 17,343 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 15,274 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 12,773 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 7,670 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2014 7,635 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT FORKS

Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,630 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 7,583 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 7,319 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 7,110 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 6,796 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 6,397 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 6,397 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 5,632 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 4,224 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2005 3,886 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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W233 RHU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 9,541 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 W233 RHU, 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 26 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W233 RHU registered?

W233 RHU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 June 2000.

Is W233 RHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W233 RHU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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