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CG51 WBA

2013 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,431 mi
Last recorded7,431 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 2013 Piaggio Zip8,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCG51 WBA
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 7,431 miles

2 stroke reservoir leaking

Rear Brake clevis joint slightly loose Lever (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2024 7,431 miles

Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

2 stroke tank leaking

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 6,222 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 4,999 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 3,365 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2022 3,365 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

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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CG51 WBA is a 2013 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Piaggio Zip models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 8,334 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 CG51 WBA, 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 13 years old, this Piaggio Zip is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CG51 WBA registered?

CG51 WBA is a 2013 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 30 March 2013.

Is CG51 WBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CG51 WBA shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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