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Y217 FHK

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

6,954 mi
Last recorded6,954 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY217 FHK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2015 6,954 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 20,116 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 20,116 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 9,173 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 9,173 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 9,173 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 9,173 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 9,173 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 9,173 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 9,173 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 9,173 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 6,798 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 5,387 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 5,116 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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Y217 FHK is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y217 FHK, 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 Y217 FHK registered?

Y217 FHK is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y217 FHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y217 FHK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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