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Y609 PTU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,828 mi
Last recorded27,828 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY609 PTU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2011 27,828 miles

headlight bulb partially melted

Fail 15 Oct 2011 27,827 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

headlight bulb partially melted

Pass 9 Oct 2010 19,805 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 19,805 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2009 17,639 miles

no number plate light

Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,638 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,180 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 13,180 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 8,159 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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Y609 PTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 Y609 PTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y609 PTU registered?

Y609 PTU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is Y609 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y609 PTU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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