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M429 FFG

1995 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,801 mi
Last recorded8,801 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2010
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Zip7,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM429 FFG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2010 8,801 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2010 8,801 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

petrol cap cracked and leaking

Fail 11 Sep 2007 8,418 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

Centre stand touches the floor when riding.

Pass 11 Jul 2006 6,666 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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M429 FFG is a 1995 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 7,456 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 M429 FFG, 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 31 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M429 FFG registered?

M429 FFG is a 1995 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 July 1995.

Is M429 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M429 FFG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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