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Y386 LMO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,100 mi
Last recorded8,100 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY386 LMO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2013 8,100 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 8,100 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 8,087 miles

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

RIGHT HAND MIRROR NOT FIXED TO HANDLEBAR AND MOVING AROUND.

Fail 25 Jan 2010 8,087 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

RIGHT HAND MIRROR NOT FIXED TO HANDLEBAR AND MOVING AROUND.

Fail 19 Aug 2009 8,087 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

right hand mirror is insecure on handle bar.

Pass 11 Feb 2008 5,914 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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Y386 LMO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y386 LMO, 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 Y386 LMO registered?

Y386 LMO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y386 LMO safe to buy?

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