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Y179 WRH

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 WRH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2016
Fail 5 Apr 2016

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,778 miles

has a cut in rear tyre

Fail 6 Sep 2013 21,236 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 21,236 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 18,174 miles

no stand fitted

Fail 23 Aug 2012 18,739 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

no stand fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2011 13,307 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 7,575 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 7,298 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 6,446 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 6,446 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 5,854 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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Y179 WRH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 Y179 WRH, 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 Y179 WRH registered?

Y179 WRH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 May 2001.

Is Y179 WRH safe to buy?

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