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Y542 NPU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,743 mi
Last recorded11,743 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2006
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY542 NPU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2006 11,743 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 10,716 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2005 10,706 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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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Y542 NPU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 Y542 NPU, 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 Y542 NPU registered?

Y542 NPU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 July 2001.

Is Y542 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y542 NPU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y542 NPU have outstanding finance?

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