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Y787 HTA

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

26,407 mi
Last recorded26,407 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY787 HTA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 26,407 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jul 2015 26,407 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 24,156 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 18 Jun 2014 24,156 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2013 19,089 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 19,089 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 16,857 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,035 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Feb 2012 16,031 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 12,491 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jul 2010 12,233 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 8,204 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2009 8,152 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

engine idle speed excessive

Pass 22 Jul 2008 5,803 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 36,695 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 36,695 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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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Y787 HTA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 Y787 HTA, 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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Y787 HTA is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 June 2001.

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