MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
27,860 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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X898 AKW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 X898 AKW, 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 X898 AKW registered?
X898 AKW is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 September 2000.
Is X898 AKW safe to buy?
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