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Y137 KND

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,509 mi
Last recorded12,509 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY137 KND
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 12,509 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 12,493 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp both beams lit when dip beam selected (1.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 12,342 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 26 May 2016 12,338 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 28 May 2015 11,720 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 11,414 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 10,512 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Feb 2006 9,562 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2006 9,562 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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Y137 KND is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 Y137 KND, 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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Y137 KND is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 May 2001.

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