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P941 RYL

1996 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,187 mi
Last recorded17,187 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Piaggio Zip6,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP941 RYL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2008 17,187 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 14,137 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 11,234 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Mar 2006 11,234 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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P941 RYL is a 1996 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P941 RYL, 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 P941 RYL registered?

P941 RYL is a 1996 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P941 RYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P941 RYL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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