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T836 KJV

1999 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,391 mi
Last recorded12,391 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2013
Typical for 1999 Piaggio Zip6,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT836 KJV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2013 12,391 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 12,391 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Nearside Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 12,391 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 12,391 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 12,391 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 12,391 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 May 2009 12,118 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 11,142 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 7 May 2008 11,142 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 17 May 2007 10,263 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2006 9,164 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 9,164 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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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T836 KJV is a 1999 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 T836 KJV, 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 T836 KJV registered?

T836 KJV is a 1999 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 July 1999.

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