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R401 MFV

1997 Piaggio Zip

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,239 mi
Last recorded9,239 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 MFV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Jul 2015 9,239 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 9,215 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,215 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 9,215 miles

Surface cracks in rear tyre wall

Pass 2 Aug 2010 8,593 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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R401 MFV is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R401 MFV, 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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How do I check the history of R401 MFV?

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What year was R401 MFV registered?

R401 MFV is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is R401 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 MFV 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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