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Y623 XEW

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,474 mi
Last recorded13,474 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY623 XEW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 13,474 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2016 13,473 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts Insecure (3.2.B2c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired Headlamp showing incorrect beam image. (1.2.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2009 12,784 miles

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

No rear number plate lamp fitted

Fail 14 Jul 2009 12,777 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

No rear number plate lamp fitted

Pass 16 Jul 2008 12,382 miles

slight play in front forks 2 slight damage to rear light lens

Pass 20 Apr 2007 11,946 miles

slight play in front forks † †exhaust system becoming corroded

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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Y623 XEW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y623 XEW, 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 Y623 XEW registered?

Y623 XEW is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y623 XEW safe to buy?

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