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FD51 EEZ

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,066 mi
Last recorded10,066 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 EEZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2016 10,066 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2016 10,066 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 7 Oct 2014 8,849 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 8,769 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 8,580 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Oct 2011 8,146 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 8,146 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 12 Oct 2010 7,899 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 7,828 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 7,828 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 7,757 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 7,566 miles

numberplate slightly cracked

Pass 18 Oct 2006 7,167 miles

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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FD51 EEZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FD51 EEZ, 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 FD51 EEZ registered?

FD51 EEZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 17 November 2001.

Is FD51 EEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 EEZ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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