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Y177 EPT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

7,319 mi
Last recorded7,319 miles
Recorded on16 May 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY177 EPT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 May 2008 7,319 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle dirty and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 17 May 2006 3,793 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 3,793 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

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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Y177 EPT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 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 Y177 EPT, 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 Y177 EPT registered?

Y177 EPT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 August 2001.

Is Y177 EPT safe to buy?

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