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R752 NPC

1997 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,180 mi
Last recorded9,180 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR752 NPC
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Jul 2013 9,180 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 9,180 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 9,180 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Brake component is fractured (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2009 9,180 miles

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

near side front indicator lens tempery

Pass 22 Jan 2007 9,180 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 9,180 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 9,180 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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R752 NPC is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R752 NPC, 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 R752 NPC registered?

R752 NPC is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R752 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R752 NPC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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