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AK61 PLV

2011 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,002 mi
Last recorded21,002 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2011 Piaggio Zip8,408 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 PLV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 21,002 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

fairings are slightly damged

indicator switch is slightly deteriorated

slight play in the drive shaft

tyre pressures are slightly low

Fail 10 Dec 2016 20,979 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

fairings are slightly damaged

slight play in the drive shaft

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

the indicator switch is slightly deteriorated

tyre pressures are slightly low

Pass 11 Dec 2015 161,743 miles

Centre Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out front disc slightly warped (3.2.A1m)

Fail 8 Dec 2015 16,156 miles

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

Centre Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out front disc slightly warped (3.2.A1m)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 12,776 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

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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AK61 PLV is a 2011 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2011 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 8,408 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 AK61 PLV, 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 15 years old, this Piaggio Zip is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK61 PLV registered?

AK61 PLV is a 2011 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 October 2011.

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