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Y314 HEU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

10,821 mi
Last recorded10,821 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY314 HEU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2020 10,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 30 Nov 2020 10,821 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil reduced damping (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2020 10,765 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2020 10,765 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 9,378 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 6,858 miles

rear tyre flat

Fail 6 Mar 2015 6,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear tyre flat

Pass 12 Oct 2012 2,773 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 2,773 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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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Y314 HEU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 Y314 HEU, 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 Y314 HEU registered?

Y314 HEU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y314 HEU safe to buy?

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