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Y853 YBP

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,969 mi
Last recorded13,969 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY853 YBP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2016 13,969 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,452 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

the rider footboard plastics are damaged

Pass 27 Jun 2014 9,497 miles

front fairing bolt missing.

Pass 28 Jun 2013 4,824 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 4,200 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 3,986 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 3,865 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 3,696 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 3,323 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 2,694 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 2,047 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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Y853 YBP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y853 YBP, 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 Y853 YBP registered?

Y853 YBP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 June 2001.

Is Y853 YBP safe to buy?

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