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Y295 FHG

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,297 mi
Last recorded10,297 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY295 FHG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2014 10,297 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 9,674 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 7,588 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 4,913 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 4,913 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 4,873 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 4,873 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

no'plate cracked

Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,812 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 4,754 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 4,754 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2006 4,345 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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Y295 FHG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y295 FHG, 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 Y295 FHG registered?

Y295 FHG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y295 FHG safe to buy?

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