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Y42 YUT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,091 mi
Last recorded19,091 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY42 YUT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2017 19,091 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 18,740 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 18,740 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 18,121 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2014 17,342 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 16,543 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 15,587 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 14,461 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 13,496 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 12,741 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 11,424 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 9,003 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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Y42 YUT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y42 YUT, 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 Y42 YUT registered?

Y42 YUT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 June 2001.

Is Y42 YUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y42 YUT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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