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X229 RJW

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,131 mi
Last recorded13,131 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2007
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX229 RJW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2007 13,131 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

handlebars are out of line with front wheel

low beam is not working at headlight

Pass 31 Oct 2006 8,530 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 7,665 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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X229 RJW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 X229 RJW, 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 X229 RJW?

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What year was X229 RJW registered?

X229 RJW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2000.

Is X229 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X229 RJW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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