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X984 YMX

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

995 mi
Last recorded995 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX984 YMX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 995 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 995 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2021
Pass 29 Jun 2019 8,033 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 7,481 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 7,406 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 6,325 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front tyre perrishing

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 6,197 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front tyre perrishing

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 6,166 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2011 6,166 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 6,140 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 5,218 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 5,218 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 4,174 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 3,191 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 2,067 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 1,033 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2005 1,030 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) 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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X984 YMX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X984 YMX, 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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What year was X984 YMX registered?

X984 YMX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 January 2001.

Is X984 YMX safe to buy?

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