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BU51 CYZ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,186 mi
Last recorded2,186 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 CYZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2013 2,186 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 2,186 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 2,186 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 2,186 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 2,186 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 2,186 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2007 2,186 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 2,186 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,665 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 765 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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BU51 CYZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BU51 CYZ, 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 BU51 CYZ registered?

BU51 CYZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BU51 CYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 CYZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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