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Y523 FHG

2001 Piaggio Zip

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,701 mi
Last recorded3,701 miles
Recorded on19 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY523 FHG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2009 3,701 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,241 miles

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

not a good one////

Pass 23 Nov 2007 3,241 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 23 Nov 2007 3,241 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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Y523 FHG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y523 FHG, 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 Y523 FHG registered?

Y523 FHG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y523 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y523 FHG shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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