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AO51 BVS

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,128 mi
Last recorded8,128 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 BVS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 8,128 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 5,580 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 5,580 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 28 Sep 2006 48,841 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 48,841 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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AO51 BVS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black 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 AO51 BVS, 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.

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What year was AO51 BVS registered?

AO51 BVS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AO51 BVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 BVS shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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