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Y711 UGJ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,580 mi
Last recorded21,580 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY711 UGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,580 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 21,331 miles

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

number plate loose

Fail 6 Mar 2008 21,307 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

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

number plate loose

Pass 10 Mar 2007 15,042 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 Mar 2006 5,692 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 5,692 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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Y711 UGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black 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 Y711 UGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y711 UGJ registered?

Y711 UGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y711 UGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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