MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,051 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
front and rear tyres cracking
front and rear tyre walls cracking
Rear Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
front and rear tyre walls cracking
top box mounting insecure
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
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Y439 MBV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver 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 Y439 MBV, 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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Y439 MBV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 August 2001.
Is Y439 MBV safe to buy?
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