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N352 RFH

1996 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

14,519 mi
Last recorded14,519 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN352 RFH
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 14,519 miles

noise from rear wheel when rotated

Pass 8 Jan 2015 13,638 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 13,630 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jan 2014 12,774 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 12,085 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 11,212 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2012 11,204 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 10,493 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 9,742 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

throttle slightly slow to return

Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,130 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 9,118 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 8,288 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 7,494 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 7,494 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 6,654 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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N352 RFH is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1996 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 6,304 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 N352 RFH, 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 30 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N352 RFH registered?

N352 RFH is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 July 1996.

Is N352 RFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N352 RFH shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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