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Y61 FYB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

11,723 mi
Last recorded11,723 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY61 FYB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2013 11,723 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 3,256 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 3,256 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2011 9,249 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 9,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 May 2010 9,249 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 9,249 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 May 2009 9,249 miles

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

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 8,468 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 8,310 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 8,310 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 15 May 2006 8,133 miles

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

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 8,133 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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Y61 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 Y61 FYB, 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 Y61 FYB registered?

Y61 FYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 May 2001.

Is Y61 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y61 FYB shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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