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WU17 YBJ

2017 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2021
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,331 mi
Last recorded10,331 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2020
Typical for 2017 Piaggio Zip7,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU17 YBJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2020 10,331 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Front brake (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 10,331 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Rear brake (1.1.2 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied Front brake (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Brake disc scored (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

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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WU17 YBJ is a 2017 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2017 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 7,262 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 WU17 YBJ, 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 9 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WU17 YBJ registered?

WU17 YBJ is a 2017 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 March 2017.

Is WU17 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU17 YBJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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