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Y228 WHR

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,004 mi
Last recorded28,004 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY228 WHR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2020 28,004 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 28,004 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2019 23,371 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 23,369 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2018 18,100 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 12,424 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 12,424 miles

Front Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 9,353 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 9,000 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 17 Oct 2015 9,000 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 8,413 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 8,242 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 7,971 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 7,725 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 7,444 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 7,226 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 7,065 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 6,717 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 6,795 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 6,327 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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Y228 WHR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y228 WHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y228 WHR registered?

Y228 WHR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 August 2001.

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