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X802 HFB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

12,733 mi
Last recorded12,733 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX802 HFB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2012 12,733 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 12,389 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2011 12,370 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 27 Jan 2010 12,120 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 12,120 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Upper Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 11,832 miles

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

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

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 29 Jan 2008 11,430 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 11,430 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 11,324 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 10,186 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 10,182 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

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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X802 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 X802 HFB, 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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X802 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 February 2001.

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