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Y726 HPH

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,502 mi
Last recorded17,502 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY726 HPH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 17,502 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

minimal cracking to front tyre sidewall

Pass 20 Oct 2018 15,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

minimal cracking of front tyre side wall

Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,813 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 14,812 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 12,761 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 12,761 miles

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 10,211 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 10,207 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 8,380 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 8,373 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front tyre started to split

Pass 4 Oct 2012 8,352 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 8,345 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,242 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 8,161 miles

Rear 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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Y726 HPH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y726 HPH, 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 Y726 HPH registered?

Y726 HPH is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 August 2001.

Is Y726 HPH safe to buy?

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