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Y297 HWG

2001 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

31,465 mi
Last recorded31,465 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY297 HWG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 31,465 miles

Front tyre perished on outer edge

Fail 10 Sep 2015 31,465 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front tyre perished on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2012 31,312 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 31,107 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 22,439 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 19,917 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 18,024 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 Jul 2007 16,043 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 16,043 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 13,944 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 11,979 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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Y297 HWG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in White 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 Y297 HWG, 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 Y297 HWG registered?

Y297 HWG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y297 HWG safe to buy?

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