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Y63 CGT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

15,835 mi
Last recorded15,835 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY63 CGT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 15,835 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2014 15,835 miles

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 14,879 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 14,879 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 31 Aug 2013 14,879 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 14,552 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 12,666 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 12,660 miles

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

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 2 May 2006 6,420 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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Y63 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 Y63 CGT, 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 Y63 CGT registered?

Y63 CGT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y63 CGT safe to buy?

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