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Y501 ROR

2001 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

4,058 mi
Last recorded4,058 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY501 ROR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2010 4,058 miles

front lenses missing

no mirrors fitted

Oil leak

exhaust cut and welded

Fail 27 Jan 2010 4,058 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Oil leak

exhaust cut and welded

front lenses missing

no mirrors fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2008 1,581 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 6,070 miles

speedo cable missing.

Fail 30 Oct 2007 6,070 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

speedo cable missing.

Pass 21 Mar 2007 6,070 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 6,070 miles

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 6,070 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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Y501 ROR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y501 ROR, 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 Y501 ROR registered?

Y501 ROR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y501 ROR safe to buy?

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