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W314 UPY

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,178 mi
Last recorded16,178 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW314 UPY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2014 16,178 miles

clutch belt slipping

frame coroded

rear tyre presure low

Pass 28 Feb 2013 16,177 miles

Oil leak

general corrosion to frame

no number plate light

slight play in front fork bearings

Fail 28 Feb 2013 16,177 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Oil leak

general corrosion to frame

no number plate light

slight play in front fork bearings

Fail 20 Apr 2012 16,176 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,176 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 16,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Lower frame coroded

Pass 15 Mar 2010 16,170 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 15,075 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 13,718 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 12,327 miles

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

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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W314 UPY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W314 UPY, 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 W314 UPY registered?

W314 UPY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is W314 UPY safe to buy?

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