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Y544 VHR

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,621 mi
Last recorded12,621 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY544 VHR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2008 12,621 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 11,272 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

rear brake adjuster has had 50% used recommend inspection

rear hand brake cable not fully supported throughout cycle

Fail 25 Sep 2007 11,272 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

rear brake adjuster has had 50% used recommend inspection

rear hand brake cable not fully supported throughout cycle

Pass 19 Aug 2006 9,384 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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Y544 VHR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y544 VHR, 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 Y544 VHR registered?

Y544 VHR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y544 VHR safe to buy?

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