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P726 SYF

1997 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,348 mi
Last recorded14,348 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP726 SYF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 14,348 miles

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

Fail 7 Dec 2015 14,348 miles

Rear Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 14,348 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 18 Feb 2014 14,348 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 13,348 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 14,348 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 14,348 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 14,348 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 14,348 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 14,348 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 14,348 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 14,348 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 14,348 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 14,348 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 14,348 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 14,348 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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P726 SYF is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P726 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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P726 SYF is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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