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Y265 NBV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,568 mi
Last recorded19,568 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY265 NBV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2014 19,568 miles

Front tyre cracked/condition slightly deteriorated

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 16,906 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 16,906 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 16,813 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,191 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 14,119 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 11,184 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 8,794 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 6,842 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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Y265 NBV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 Y265 NBV, 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 Y265 NBV registered?

Y265 NBV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 August 2001.

Is Y265 NBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y265 NBV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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