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Y398 CSC

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,383 mi
Last recorded18,383 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY398 CSC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 18,383 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 13,958 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 13,958 miles

centre stand pivots worn

Fail 17 Jul 2010 13,958 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

centre stand pivots worn

Pass 23 Jun 2009 13,958 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 13,958 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 13,399 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 9,793 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 9,793 miles

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

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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Y398 CSC 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 66.7%.

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 Y398 CSC, 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 Y398 CSC registered?

Y398 CSC is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y398 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y398 CSC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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