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Y654 XBM

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

26,901 mi
Last recorded26,901 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY654 XBM
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2021 26,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 21,548 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Mudguard missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 6 Oct 2020 21,548 miles

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Mudguard missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 12,825 miles

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

rear brake adjustment high

Fail 25 Nov 2017 12,825 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

rear brake adjustment high

Pass 28 Nov 2016 26,788 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Nov 2016 26,788 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair outer cable stop (3.1.5)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 26 Nov 2015 22,651 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Sep 2014 20,986 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 27 Sep 2014 20,968 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Oct 2013 19,571 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2012 16,521 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 15,906 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2011 15,906 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 12,375 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 11,046 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 10,797 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 May 2007 10,797 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (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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Y654 XBM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 Y654 XBM, 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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Y654 XBM is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 7 August 2001.

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