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W473 WGP

2000 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,285 mi
Last recorded31,285 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2011
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW473 WGP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2011 31,285 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 31,268 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 30,917 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 29,921 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Jul 2008 28,023 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 27,962 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 24,083 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 21,637 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 21,637 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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W473 WGP is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W473 WGP, 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 W473 WGP registered?

W473 WGP is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W473 WGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W473 WGP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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