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Y426 XAX

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,516 mi
Last recorded17,516 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY426 XAX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2012 17,516 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Upper Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 15,355 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 15,355 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 May 2010 14,577 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 14,576 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

non standard exhaust fitted

Fail 10 Mar 2009 13,520 miles

Offside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 13,520 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 10,604 miles

advise-side panels fitted-unable to see rear fuel and brake lines.

Pass 12 Mar 2007 7,078 miles

advise-side panels fitted-unable to see rear brake and fuel lines.

Pass 6 Mar 2006 4,060 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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Y426 XAX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 Y426 XAX, 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 Y426 XAX registered?

Y426 XAX is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 June 2001.

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