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Y646 SNE

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

7,942 mi
Last recorded7,942 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY646 SNE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2011 7,942 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 7,942 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,859 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 17,864 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 17,853 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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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Y646 SNE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 Y646 SNE, 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 Y646 SNE registered?

Y646 SNE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 July 2001.

Is Y646 SNE safe to buy?

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