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Y840 AVG

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

3,509 mi
Last recorded3,509 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY840 AVG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 3,509 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 31 May 2014 43,535 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 41,357 miles

off side mirror missing

Fail 13 Jun 2013 41,357 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

off side mirror missing

Fail 4 Jun 2013 41,308 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2013 41,262 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 36,126 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,480 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 27,665 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 27,665 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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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Y840 AVG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y840 AVG, 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 Y840 AVG registered?

Y840 AVG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is Y840 AVG safe to buy?

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