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W538 CRN

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

9,736 mi
Last recorded9,736 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW538 CRN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2018 9,736 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 9,736 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2012 10,554 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 10,479 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 8,618 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 8,617 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 6,484 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 6,043 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 5,553 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 5,449 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,608 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 3,608 miles

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

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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W538 CRN is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 W538 CRN, 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

How do I check the history of W538 CRN?

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What year was W538 CRN registered?

W538 CRN is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 June 2000.

Is W538 CRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W538 CRN shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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