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X761 NGN

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

21,623 mi
Last recorded21,623 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX761 NGN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2016 21,623 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 20,154 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 20,154 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 17,505 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 24 Sep 2008 17,505 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2007 14,500 miles

One rear light bulb out

Rear Number plate light missing/obscured

Seat wont latch down

Fail 2 Oct 2007 14,500 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Headlamp main beam indicator on with all positions of dipp switch

One rear light bulb out

Rear Number plate light missing/obscured

Seat wont latch down

Pass 3 Oct 2006 11,873 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Sep 2006 11,873 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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X761 NGN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,228 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 X761 NGN, 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 25 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X761 NGN registered?

X761 NGN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 February 2001.

Is X761 NGN safe to buy?

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