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W712 YGH

2000 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,360 mi
Last recorded5,360 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW712 YGH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2011 5,360 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 5,360 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 2,126 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 2,126 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 May 2009 21,434 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 20,242 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 20,226 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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W712 YGH is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W712 YGH, 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 W712 YGH registered?

W712 YGH is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 July 2000.

Is W712 YGH safe to buy?

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