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X735 FDL

2000 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,135 mi
Last recorded7,135 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2009
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX735 FDL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2009 7,135 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake binding slightly

Fail 2 Dec 2008 7,130 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 5,400 miles

Slight up/down freeplay in front fork movement

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 13 Nov 2007 5,400 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Slight up/down freeplay in front fork movement

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 1,552 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

advise, front and rear brake performances

fron fork assemly has slight free play between the slidings members

front brake disc, surface corrosion

Fail 1 Nov 2006 1,552 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front brake disc, surface corrosion

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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X735 FDL is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 X735 FDL, 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 X735 FDL registered?

X735 FDL is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 November 2000.

Is X735 FDL safe to buy?

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