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Y715 RCR

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

8,091 mi
Last recorded8,091 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY715 RCR
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 8,091 miles

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

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged Front panel damaged (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged rear panel damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2017 18,811 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 18,207 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 16,881 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 16,881 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 15,497 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 12,123 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 10,541 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 10,541 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Nov 2008 7,719 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 7,719 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 7,719 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

battery flat

Pass 9 Mar 2006 7,624 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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Y715 RCR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y715 RCR, 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 Y715 RCR registered?

Y715 RCR is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 March 2001.

Is Y715 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y715 RCR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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