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Y143 DTO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,000 mi
Last recorded10,000 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY143 DTO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 10,000 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 10,000 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 7,001 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 7,001 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 7,001 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 7,001 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 7,001 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 7,001 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 7,001 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 7,001 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 7,001 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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Y143 DTO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y143 DTO, 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 Y143 DTO registered?

Y143 DTO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 March 2001.

Is Y143 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y143 DTO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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