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M479 WCW

1995 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,729 mi
Last recorded4,729 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 1995 Piaggio Zip7,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM479 WCW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 4,729 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 3,697 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 23 Aug 2010 3,687 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,283 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 3,283 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 2,680 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 2,078 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 1,730 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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M479 WCW is a 1995 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M479 WCW, 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 M479 WCW registered?

M479 WCW is a 1995 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 15 June 1995.

Is M479 WCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M479 WCW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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