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Y266 EBR

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,789 mi
Last recorded15,789 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY266 EBR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 15,789 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 15,788 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 15,593 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2012 14,866 miles

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

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

rear suspension/engine mounting has slight play

rear tyre fouling slightly on rear mudgaurd

rear tyre has slight split in sidewall

Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,800 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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

nail rear tyre

Pass 29 Aug 2009 11,973 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 11,336 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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Y266 EBR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y266 EBR, 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 Y266 EBR registered?

Y266 EBR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y266 EBR safe to buy?

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