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DK51 JCU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,741 mi
Last recorded23,741 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 JCU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 23,741 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 23,647 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 May 2009 21,378 miles

slight notch in headstock bearings

Pass 19 May 2008 19,584 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 17,225 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 14,689 miles

Steering headbearing has slight 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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DK51 JCU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DK51 JCU, 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 DK51 JCU registered?

DK51 JCU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is DK51 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK51 JCU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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