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AE51 OSN

2001 Piaggio Zip

Pink Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,037 mi
Last recorded10,037 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 OSN
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2014 10,037 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2014 10,037 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 8,776 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 8,630 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Lower Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2008 1,654 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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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AE51 OSN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Pink with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2001 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,228 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 AE51 OSN, 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 25 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 AE51 OSN registered?

AE51 OSN is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AE51 OSN safe to buy?

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