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Y557 NYA

2001 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

19,014 mi
Last recorded19,014 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY557 NYA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2021 19,014 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 18,905 miles

indicators flash fast

Fail 14 Aug 2014 18,899 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

indicators flash fast

Pass 1 Jul 2013 17,937 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 17,937 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 17,936 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 17,936 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 17,770 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 17,770 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2008 17,770 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 17,770 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 12 May 2007 17,770 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 17,770 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 NYA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 Y557 NYA, 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 NYA registered?

Y557 NYA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 June 2001.

Is Y557 NYA safe to buy?

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