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Y647 NYB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

19,563 mi
Last recorded19,563 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY647 NYB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 19,563 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 18,917 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 18,917 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

pannles missing

Pass 30 Jan 2012 15,753 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 12,213 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

seat cover deteriorated

Fail 19 Mar 2009 12,200 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 9,645 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 9,645 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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Y647 NYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y647 NYB, 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 Y647 NYB registered?

Y647 NYB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 July 2001.

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