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BD51 WTL

2001 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,486 mi
Last recorded11,486 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 WTL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 11,486 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2012 11,473 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 8,020 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,503 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2009 13,466 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 12,411 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 6,335 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2006 6,335 miles

Front 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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BD51 WTL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BD51 WTL, 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 BD51 WTL registered?

BD51 WTL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is BD51 WTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 WTL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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