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P935 VYG

1997 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,746 mi
Last recorded6,746 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP935 VYG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 6,746 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 6,365 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlight wired up incorrectly ? main beam warning light on when lights are dipped

rear brake adjustment just over half used recommend inspection

Fail 21 Jul 2009 6,365 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

headlight wired up incorrectly ? main beam warning light on when lights are dipped

rear brake adjustment just over half used recommend inspection

Pass 29 Aug 2007 6,249 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 6,249 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 6,249 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,249 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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P935 VYG is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P935 VYG, 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 P935 VYG registered?

P935 VYG is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P935 VYG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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