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Y941 ACV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,336 mi
Last recorded12,336 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY941 ACV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2020 12,336 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 28,437 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 28,437 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 22,637 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 22,635 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 17,881 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 17,602 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 16,224 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 15,228 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 14,657 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 13,909 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,480 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 11,039 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 9,424 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 9,424 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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Y941 ACV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y941 ACV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y941 ACV registered?

Y941 ACV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y941 ACV safe to buy?

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