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K328 PHW

1993 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,661 mi
Last recorded8,661 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK328 PHW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2009 8,661 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 7,302 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 7,302 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2007 6,263 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 6,263 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 5,068 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 31 Aug 2006 5,068 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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K328 PHW is a 1993 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 K328 PHW, 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 33 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K328 PHW registered?

K328 PHW is a 1993 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K328 PHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K328 PHW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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