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W42 YRH

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,971 mi
Last recorded32,971 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW42 YRH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 32,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired loose and damaged lense. (1.3.3a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit crack visible. (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2014 42,338 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 24,284 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

indicators flashing a bit fast

Pass 16 Nov 2012 23,922 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 23,544 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2011 23,544 miles

Centre 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)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2010 23,328 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2009 22,929 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 21,935 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 21,935 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2007 17,698 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 17,698 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 14,640 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2006 14,640 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2005 12,696 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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W42 YRH is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W42 YRH, 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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W42 YRH is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 2000.

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