MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,815 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R396 BMB is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R396 BMB, 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 R396 BMB registered?
R396 BMB is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 18 September 1997.
Is R396 BMB safe to buy?
The MOT history for R396 BMB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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