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Y81 LNN

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY81 LNN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021
Pass 29 Jul 2020

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 11,071 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 11,001 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 166 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 166 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 79 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 59 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 2 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 31,420 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 31,420 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 30,876 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 30,876 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 28,698 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

handlebar shroud slightly loose

Fail 26 Aug 2011 28,674 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front handlebar shroud slightly loose

Pass 23 Jun 2008 25,266 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 22,631 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 22,631 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 18,774 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 18,774 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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Y81 LNN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 Y81 LNN, 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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Y81 LNN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 July 2001.

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