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Y39 LRB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,038 mi
Last recorded9,038 miles
Recorded on22 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY39 LRB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2014 9,038 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 15 May 2014 9,025 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 13,424 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 9,300 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 9,298 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 16,783 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Dec 2009 16,783 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 13,110 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 12,573 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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Y39 LRB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Multi-colour 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 Y39 LRB, 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 Y39 LRB registered?

Y39 LRB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is Y39 LRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y39 LRB 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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