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W522 RRU

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,976 mi
Last recorded16,976 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2010
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW522 RRU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2010 16,976 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Nearside Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Offside Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,938 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,585 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 10,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 9,005 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 6,335 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 6,335 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (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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W522 RRU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 W522 RRU, 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 W522 RRU registered?

W522 RRU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 July 2000.

Is W522 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W522 RRU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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