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P31 SYF

1997 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,596 mi
Last recorded6,596 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 SYF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2012 6,596 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front tyre has cracks between treads but not to cords

Pass 31 Oct 2008 6,009 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 6,009 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Sep 2007 5,195 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 4,273 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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P31 SYF is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 P31 SYF, 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.

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What year was P31 SYF registered?

P31 SYF is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P31 SYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 SYF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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