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W549 DVW

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,862 mi
Last recorded9,862 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW549 DVW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 9,862 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 9,100 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 7,544 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 4,695 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 22 Aug 2020 4,695 miles

Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 4,690 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 4,374 miles

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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W549 DVW 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 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W549 DVW, 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 W549 DVW registered?

W549 DVW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 June 2000.

Is W549 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W549 DVW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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