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Y612 NLD

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

32,242 mi
Last recorded32,242 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY612 NLD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,242 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 30 May 2012 32,183 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2011 27,157 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 27,156 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 23,609 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

front tyre slight perishing in tread

Pass 7 Feb 2009 21,940 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 17,722 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 17,603 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2006 17,603 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 9 Sep 2006 17,603 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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Y612 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 Y612 NLD, 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 Y612 NLD registered?

Y612 NLD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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