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Y886 PSN

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,465 mi
Last recorded8,465 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY886 PSN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 8,465 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body condition

bodywork damaged

Fail 15 May 2019 8,464 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

body condition

bodywork damaged

Pass 11 Aug 2014 7,803 miles

general corrosion

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

Fail 4 Aug 2014 7,798 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

general corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2013 6,594 miles

general corrosion

Fail 30 Jul 2013 6,588 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

general corrosion

Pass 30 Jul 2012 6,167 miles

bodywork damage

seat cable tied down

suspension

Fail 27 Jul 2012 6,161 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

bodywork damage

suspension

Pass 13 Jul 2011 5,733 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 5,211 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 4,464 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 3,707 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 3,259 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 2,675 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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Y886 PSN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y886 PSN, 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 Y886 PSN registered?

Y886 PSN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 April 2001.

Is Y886 PSN safe to buy?

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