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Y807 HWE

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,535 mi
Last recorded11,535 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY807 HWE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 11,535 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering fairings cracked (2.1.2e)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 11,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering fairings cracked (2.1.2e)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 8,892 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 8,712 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 8,684 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 8,464 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 7,947 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 6,379 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 6,379 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2007 4,378 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 2,477 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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Y807 HWE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 Y807 HWE, 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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Y807 HWE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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