MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
20,300 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
rear suspension slightly stiff
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BV51 BUO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 BV51 BUO, 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 BV51 BUO registered?
BV51 BUO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 3 November 2001.
Is BV51 BUO safe to buy?
The MOT history for BV51 BUO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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