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Y142 FEL

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,843 mi
Last recorded42,843 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY142 FEL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 42,843 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2017 42,832 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 40,519 miles

rear brake just passing may need servicing

Pass 7 Feb 2009 34,728 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2008 29,862 miles

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2008 29,862 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 24,196 miles

#### front pads look low #### rear tyre tread low ####

Pass 17 Feb 2006 11,753 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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Y142 FEL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y142 FEL, 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 Y142 FEL registered?

Y142 FEL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y142 FEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y142 FEL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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