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Y129 YPX

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,101 mi
Last recorded19,101 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY129 YPX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 19,101 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 18,656 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Left indicator lens starting to become yellow /cloudy (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Right indicator lens starting to become yellow /cloudy (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 18,518 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 18,466 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 18,326 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2015 18,308 miles

Front Lower Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 17,991 miles

rear lamp repaired with tape

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

cuts noted to rear tyre tread

fronr s/abs weak

Pass 19 Sep 2013 17,989 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

cuts noted to rear tyre

front shockers weak

Fail 13 Sep 2013 17,989 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

cuts noted to rear tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2010 17,921 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 17,859 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 13,789 miles

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

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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Y129 YPX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y129 YPX, 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 Y129 YPX registered?

Y129 YPX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 2001.

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