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X87 EBM

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

15,239 mi
Last recorded15,239 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2011
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX87 EBM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2011 15,239 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 15,239 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 11,356 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 9,096 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 9,096 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 7,084 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Sep 2007 7,084 miles

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

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

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 5,778 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 4 Oct 2006 5,776 miles

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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X87 EBM is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 X87 EBM, 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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X87 EBM is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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