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X897 HFU

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,658 mi
Last recorded35,658 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX897 HFU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 35,658 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2016 35,658 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 35,616 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2015 35,614 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Nov 2012 35,051 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2012 35,051 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 33,834 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 30,314 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2009 29,268 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 29,268 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 27,733 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2008 27,733 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 27,733 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2007 23,989 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 22,459 miles

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

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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X897 HFU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 X897 HFU, 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 X897 HFU registered?

X897 HFU is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 December 2000.

Is X897 HFU safe to buy?

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