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P124 MLD

1996 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,206 mi
Last recorded10,206 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP124 MLD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 10,206 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 9,153 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,984 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 8,984 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,723 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,673 miles

Horn switch broken

Pass 13 Jul 2010 8,242 miles

Horn switch broken

Throttle stiff

Pass 15 Jul 2009 7,163 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 6,865 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 8,166 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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P124 MLD is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P124 MLD, 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 P124 MLD registered?

P124 MLD is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 16 September 1996.

Is P124 MLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P124 MLD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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