MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,153 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)
Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Y559 ARL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 Y559 ARL, 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 Y559 ARL registered?
Y559 ARL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 22 June 2001.
Is Y559 ARL safe to buy?
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