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Y743 YEV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,863 mi
Last recorded20,863 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY743 YEV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2012 20,863 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 20,201 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2009 20,200 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 16,454 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 15,824 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 15,818 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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Y743 YEV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red 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 Y743 YEV, 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 Y743 YEV registered?

Y743 YEV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 August 2001.

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