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Y359 AAH

2001 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,750 mi
Last recorded17,750 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY359 AAH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2013 17,750 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 16,934 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2012 16,928 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2011 16,908 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

rear tyre valve fitted can cause valve to be pulled out of rim due to size + weight at speed

Pass 20 Dec 2010 16,602 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre pressure low

Headlight adjuster at end of travel to get beam within mot limits. Bulb holder shows heat damage which is most likely the cause of the misalignment.

Rear L-plate damaged

Slight play developing in engine mountings

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 20 Dec 2010 16,602 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front tyre pressure low

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlight adjuster at end of travel to get beam within mot limits. Bulb holder shows heat damage which is most likely the cause of the misalignment.

Rear L-plate damaged

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Slight play developing in engine mountings

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 29 Nov 2010 16,602 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

front + rear tyres pressure low .

main beam tell tale not working .

Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,628 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

front tyre , n/s + o/s tyre walls & tread area have superfisual cracking .

Pass 1 Apr 2008 10,249 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 9,093 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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Y359 AAH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 Y359 AAH, 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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Y359 AAH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 May 2001.

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