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W659 AJB

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,514 mi
Last recorded23,514 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW659 AJB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 23,514 miles

front mudguard missing

Fail 9 Mar 2018 23,196 miles

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

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 16,850 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 16,839 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 16,765 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 16,610 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 16,479 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 16,265 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 16,123 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 15,720 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 15,390 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 15,084 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,828 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 13,551 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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W659 AJB is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 W659 AJB, 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 W659 AJB registered?

W659 AJB is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 August 2000.

Is W659 AJB safe to buy?

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