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W484 EWY

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,177 mi
Last recorded19,177 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2011
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW484 EWY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2011 19,177 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 30 Mar 2010 19,139 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 15,293 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 15,287 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 13,046 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2008 13,046 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 11,299 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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W484 EWY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W484 EWY, 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 W484 EWY registered?

W484 EWY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 July 2000.

Is W484 EWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W484 EWY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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