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W435 SFT

2000 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,058 mi
Last recorded15,058 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW435 SFT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2016 15,058 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 40,509 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 39,434 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 37,480 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 33,835 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 31,198 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 29,091 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 29,081 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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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W435 SFT is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W435 SFT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W435 SFT registered?

W435 SFT is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is W435 SFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W435 SFT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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