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P29 TDL

1996 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

10,459 mi
Last recorded10,459 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP29 TDL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 10,459 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 10,459 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 May 2013 10,144 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 10,144 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 9,953 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 9,485 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 8,759 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 7,592 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 6,574 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 5,818 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 5,817 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2006 1,635 miles

Advise front brake light be fitted

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 1,635 miles

Advise front brake light be fitted

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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P29 TDL is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P29 TDL, 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 P29 TDL registered?

P29 TDL is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 4 September 1996.

Is P29 TDL safe to buy?

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