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Y557 HDT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,184 mi
Last recorded8,184 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY557 HDT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2017 8,184 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 6,687 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 6,687 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,364 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 6,364 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 5,602 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 4,472 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 26 May 2011 4,472 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 3,769 miles

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Pass 25 May 2010 3,769 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 3,036 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 2,221 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 2,221 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 5 Jul 2006 5,588 miles

Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2006 5,588 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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Y557 HDT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 Y557 HDT, 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 Y557 HDT registered?

Y557 HDT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is Y557 HDT safe to buy?

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