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X704 HBE

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

5,093 mi
Last recorded5,093 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX704 HBE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 5,093 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 5,093 miles

Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 5 Oct 2010 4,275 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 5 Oct 2010 4,275 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 4,275 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 4,275 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2008 4,275 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 4,275 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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X704 HBE is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 X704 HBE, 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 X704 HBE registered?

X704 HBE is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 December 2000.

Is X704 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X704 HBE shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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