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Y417 NLD

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,116 mi
Last recorded18,116 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 NLD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 18,116 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Jun 2013 18,111 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Offside Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 9,995 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 9,995 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 3,171 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 420 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 420 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

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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Y417 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y417 NLD, 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 Y417 NLD registered?

Y417 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 August 2001.

Is Y417 NLD safe to buy?

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