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P160 YCG

1997 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,367 mi
Last recorded9,367 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP160 YCG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2012 9,367 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 8,918 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,511 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 7,666 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 7,666 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

ajust front brake cable

check front tyre pressure

check rear tyre pressure

fastner missing from rear r/h lower trim

Fail 25 Oct 2006 7,182 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

fastners missing from rear offside panel

front tyre tread getting low also wearing unevenly

Pass 25 Oct 2006 7,182 miles

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

fastners missing from rear offside panel

front tyre tread getting low also wearing unevenly

Pass 10 May 2006 7,182 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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P160 YCG is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 7,328 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 P160 YCG, 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 29 years old, this Piaggio Zip is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P160 YCG registered?

P160 YCG is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P160 YCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P160 YCG 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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