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Y799 HPL

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2011
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,458 mi
Last recorded32,458 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY799 HPL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2010 32,458 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 32,458 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 32,459 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 32,458 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 30,629 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 25,723 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 25,461 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,674 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 22,665 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2005 18,978 miles

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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Y799 HPL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 Y799 HPL, 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 Y799 HPL registered?

Y799 HPL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 July 2001.

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