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Y157 OVL

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

12,943 mi
Last recorded12,943 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY157 OVL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2014 12,943 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

handlebars slightly twiswted

lower engine cradle slightly worn

slight play in front fork sliding members

Pass 8 Aug 2013 12,943 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,993 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 12,943 miles

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Vehicle identification number has more than one different number displayed (6.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 9,846 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 9,846 miles

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

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 9,845 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 9,845 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 9,845 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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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Y157 OVL 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 44.4%.

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 Y157 OVL, 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 Y157 OVL registered?

Y157 OVL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y157 OVL safe to buy?

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