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Y469 NLM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,759 mi
Last recorded4,759 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY469 NLM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2012 4,759 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 24 Feb 2012 4,759 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Offside Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 2,731 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 1,778 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 1,004 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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Y469 NLM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 Y469 NLM, 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 Y469 NLM registered?

Y469 NLM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 May 2001.

Is Y469 NLM safe to buy?

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