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R846 LKX

1997 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,905 mi
Last recorded6,905 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Piaggio Zip7,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR846 LKX
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2011 6,905 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

slight play on front head bearing

Pass 25 Oct 2010
Pass 10 Oct 2009 4,095 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 4,095 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2008 3,838 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 3,823 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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R846 LKX is a 1997 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R846 LKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R846 LKX registered?

R846 LKX is a 1997 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R846 LKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R846 LKX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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