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Y207 HMV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,389 mi
Last recorded8,389 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY207 HMV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2008 8,389 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 8,389 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2006 7,117 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Oct 2006 7,117 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 4,636 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 4,636 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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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Y207 HMV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y207 HMV, 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 Y207 HMV registered?

Y207 HMV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y207 HMV safe to buy?

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