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Y963 DJO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,355 mi
Last recorded9,355 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY963 DJO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 9,355 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2024 9,355 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 8,724 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre slightly perishing between treads

Fail 6 May 2022 8,724 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre slightly perishing between treads

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 4 May 2021 8,001 miles

Front tyre starting to perish in between treads

Pass 19 Feb 2020 7,786 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 7,355 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Aug 2008 7,355 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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Y963 DJO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y963 DJO, 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 Y963 DJO registered?

Y963 DJO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y963 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y963 DJO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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