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AO51 FNJ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

16,958 mi
Last recorded16,958 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 FNJ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 16,958 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2012 16,931 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 15,818 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 15,818 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 28 Feb 2009 15,818 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Feb 2008 15,818 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 15,818 miles

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

front tyre is under inflated

Fail 13 Nov 2007 15,818 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Exhaust has a very slight leak.

Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,818 miles

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 FNJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 FNJ, 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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AO51 FNJ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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