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BX51 RWZ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,822 mi
Last recorded13,822 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 RWZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 13,822 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

slight brake bind from front

Pass 23 May 2015 13,716 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 May 2015 13,716 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 21 May 2014 13,332 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 9,190 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

front tyre starting to crack on sidewalls

Pass 7 Aug 2010 6,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 2,660 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 2,660 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 2,614 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 2,239 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 1,851 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 1,851 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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BX51 RWZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BX51 RWZ, 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 BX51 RWZ registered?

BX51 RWZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BX51 RWZ safe to buy?

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