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Y301 CGP

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,967 mi
Last recorded19,967 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY301 CGP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2011 19,967 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 19,967 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 19,061 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 15,684 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 13,108 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 11,308 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 10,083 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 8,530 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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Y301 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y301 CGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y301 CGP registered?

Y301 CGP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y301 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y301 CGP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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