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T201 RTA

1999 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,771 mi
Last recorded9,771 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT201 RTA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 9,771 miles

part of front mud gard missing

Fail 29 Oct 2014 9,771 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

part of front mud gard missing

Pass 9 Nov 2013 9,118 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2012 9,119 miles

Dip and main beem work the wrong way round

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 7,831 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 6,810 miles

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 28 Feb 2008 4,861 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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T201 RTA is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 6,994 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 T201 RTA, 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 27 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 T201 RTA registered?

T201 RTA is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 March 1999.

Is T201 RTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T201 RTA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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