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Y114 KBA

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,278 mi
Last recorded14,278 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY114 KBA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2013 14,278 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Advise front tyre is worn unevenly and tread depth is low in places

Advise rear tyre tread depth is low in places

Pass 17 Aug 2012 8,500 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 6,793 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 6,793 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 5,805 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 tyre cuts/tears [not to cords]

Pass 11 Dec 2007 5,415 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 4,110 miles

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front suspension fork bushes slight play

Fail 25 Nov 2006 4,110 miles

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front suspension fork bushes slight play

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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Y114 KBA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y114 KBA, 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 Y114 KBA registered?

Y114 KBA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 April 2001.

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