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T738 FJW

1999 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,999 mi
Last recorded16,999 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2019
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT738 FJW
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2019 16,999 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 16,860 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 16,646 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 16,516 miles

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,670 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 14,663 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 22 Mar 2008 12,781 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 12,061 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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T738 FJW is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 T738 FJW, 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 T738 FJW registered?

T738 FJW is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 April 1999.

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