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Y417 TVP

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

15,157 mi
Last recorded15,157 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2009
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY417 TVP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2009 15,157 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 15,157 miles

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

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

Offside Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 156,159 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 15,159 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 13,939 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 13,939 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 12,396 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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Y417 TVP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 TVP, 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 TVP registered?

Y417 TVP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y417 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y417 TVP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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