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X929 VDY

2000 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,773 mi
Last recorded10,773 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2013
Typical for 2000 Piaggio Zip9,541 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX929 VDY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2013 10,773 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2013 10,773 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 7,670 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 7,670 miles

Front Lower Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 4,403 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 11,522 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 11,522 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 11,522 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 14 Dec 2007 11,522 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 11,522 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 11,522 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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X929 VDY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X929 VDY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of X929 VDY?

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What year was X929 VDY registered?

X929 VDY is a 2000 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 December 2000.

Is X929 VDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X929 VDY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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