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Y82 HFB

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

14,543 mi
Last recorded14,543 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY82 HFB
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,543 miles

Front brake binding slightly.

Pass 8 Jul 2013 14,071 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 12,418 miles

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

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 10,017 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 9,653 miles

Exhaust system in poor condition

Front forks show signs of leaking oil

Rear light broken

Rear mud guard slighty insecure

Fail 27 Mar 2010 9,653 miles

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

Exhaust system in poor condition

Front forks show signs of leaking oil

Rear light broken

Rear mud guard slighty insecure

Fail 23 Jun 2009 9,610 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 5,384 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 5,349 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 1,502 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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Y82 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 50cc 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 Y82 HFB, 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 Y82 HFB registered?

Y82 HFB is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 March 2001.

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