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Y566 ACV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,524 mi
Last recorded26,524 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY566 ACV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Mar 2010 26,524 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 23,843 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,848 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2007 12,802 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 10,406 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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Y566 ACV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y566 ACV, 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 Y566 ACV registered?

Y566 ACV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 April 2001.

Is Y566 ACV safe to buy?

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