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Y83 FFJ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,515 mi
Last recorded9,515 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY83 FFJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2015 9,515 miles

Rear light 50% light

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 9,513 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear light 50% light

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 22,363 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 22,363 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2012 22,363 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

rear tyre underinflated

Pass 1 Mar 2011 22,363 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 28 Feb 2011 22,363 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 Feb 2010 17,816 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 16,720 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 14,598 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 12,331 miles

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

Shrouds over front fork components - unable to fully test.

Pass 24 Feb 2006 11,668 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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Y83 FFJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y83 FFJ, 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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Y83 FFJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 March 2001.

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