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W636 RLJ

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,159 mi
Last recorded13,159 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW636 RLJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 13,159 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 24 Jul 2012 13,159 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 11,449 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 11,305 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 1,036 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 May 2007 1,036 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 9,402 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 9,402 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2005 8,505 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 8,505 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

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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W636 RLJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W636 RLJ, 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 W636 RLJ registered?

W636 RLJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 July 2000.

Is W636 RLJ safe to buy?

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