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X726 VNJ

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,011 mi
Last recorded2,011 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX726 VNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 2,011 miles

Front Tyre wall cracking

Rear Tyre wall cracking

Fail 15 May 2025 2,011 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure securing bolts missing from rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre wall cracking

Rear Tyre wall cracking

Pass 26 May 2023 610 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 572 miles

oil leak from oil bottle

Pass 1 May 2009 453 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 328 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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X726 VNJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X726 VNJ, 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 X726 VNJ?

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What year was X726 VNJ registered?

X726 VNJ is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 December 2000.

Is X726 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X726 VNJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X726 VNJ have outstanding finance?

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