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X801 BAW

2000 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,759 mi
Last recorded7,759 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX801 BAW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013 7,759 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre has slight cracking

seat slightly loose

Pass 9 Nov 2010 6,884 miles

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

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

thorn in front tyre

Fail 1 Nov 2010 6,858 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

thorn in front tyre

Pass 7 Oct 2009 5,739 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 5,422 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 4,931 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2007 4,931 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2006 4,157 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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X801 BAW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X801 BAW, 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 X801 BAW registered?

X801 BAW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 September 2000.

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