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AY51 EKV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,785 mi
Last recorded19,785 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 EKV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 19,785 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 18,405 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 18,396 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 18,390 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 18,390 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2013 17,054 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 17,054 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 14,666 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 14,656 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,779 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,024 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 9,630 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 96,301 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 7,497 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 6,613 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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AY51 EKV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AY51 EKV, 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 AY51 EKV registered?

AY51 EKV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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