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Y239 PKU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,987 mi
Last recorded9,987 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY239 PKU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 9,987 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 14,206 miles

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 Oct 2010 18,092 miles

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

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))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,110 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 5,927 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 5,927 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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Y239 PKU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y239 PKU, 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 Y239 PKU registered?

Y239 PKU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 July 2001.

Is Y239 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y239 PKU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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