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Y944 MFC

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,470 mi
Last recorded8,470 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY944 MFC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2010 8,470 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2009 8,470 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 8,470 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 8,470 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,470 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 8,099 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 7,717 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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Y944 MFC is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y944 MFC, 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 Y944 MFC registered?

Y944 MFC is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 June 2001.

Is Y944 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y944 MFC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y944 MFC have outstanding finance?

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