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P718 YPG

1996 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,089 mi
Last recorded18,089 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2009
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 YPG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2009 18,089 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 17,994 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 17,990 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 16,232 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 13,942 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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P718 YPG is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P718 YPG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P718 YPG registered?

P718 YPG is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P718 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P718 YPG 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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