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Y273 UGO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,001 mi
Last recorded36,001 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY273 UGO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 36,001 miles

bike outer body work poor

Fail 26 Oct 2018 36,001 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

bike outer body work poor

Pass 27 Jul 2017 10,577 miles

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 10,574 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 10,405 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S INDICATOR SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

fRONT SUSSPENSION SLIGHTLY SOFT.

Fail 2 Nov 2010 10,405 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/S INDICATOR SLIGHTLY LOOSE.

fRONT SUSSPENSION SLIGHTLY SOFT.

Rear tyre has a Piece of metal embeded in it and has air escapeing from same area

Pass 7 Aug 2008 7,489 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 7,373 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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Y273 UGO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y273 UGO, 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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Y273 UGO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 July 2001.

Is Y273 UGO safe to buy?

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