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Y744 UGJ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,104 mi
Last recorded19,104 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY744 UGJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2008 19,104 miles

rear tyre visable tread

Fail 20 Dec 2007 19,089 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 6,568 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 6,568 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

front tyre pressure low

glove box door not closing

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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Y744 UGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y744 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.

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What year was Y744 UGJ registered?

Y744 UGJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is Y744 UGJ safe to buy?

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