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T470 BGK

1999 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

10,757 mi
Last recorded10,757 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT470 BGK
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 10,757 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion all over frame

Pass 23 May 2019 10,180 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 9,614 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 9,614 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2017 9,269 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 9,268 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 9,025 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 9,000 miles

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

rear tyre perished

Pass 24 Sep 2011 8,831 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

both tyres perished

Pass 24 Sep 2010 8,681 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 8,665 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 8,590 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 8,560 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 8,353 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 7,804 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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T470 BGK is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T470 BGK, 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.

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What year was T470 BGK registered?

T470 BGK is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 31 July 1999.

Is T470 BGK safe to buy?

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