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YF13 BWJ

2013 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,637 mi
Last recorded11,637 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF13 BWJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 11,637 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 11,594 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 22,483 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2019 22,483 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 19,762 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 19,757 miles

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

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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YF13 BWJ is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 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 YF13 BWJ, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YF13 BWJ registered?

YF13 BWJ is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 July 2013.

Is YF13 BWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YF13 BWJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YF13 BWJ have outstanding finance?

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