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Y449 JPM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,739 mi
Last recorded6,739 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY449 JPM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2012 6,739 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 4,488 miles

advise + the front suspension is very soft and spongey , but no leaks found

advise + the rear shock absorber is soft and the piston seal looks damp

Pass 22 Feb 2008 4,081 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 3,472 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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Y449 JPM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y449 JPM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y449 JPM registered?

Y449 JPM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y449 JPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y449 JPM shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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