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W354 VAW

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,310 mi
Last recorded6,310 miles
Recorded on29 May 2009
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW354 VAW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2009 6,310 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Fail 13 May 2009 6,310 miles

Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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W354 VAW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 W354 VAW, 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 W354 VAW registered?

W354 VAW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 July 2000.

Is W354 VAW safe to buy?

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