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FX51 EWD

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

18,708 mi
Last recorded18,708 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 EWD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2023 18,708 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 27,076 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 25,366 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 25,366 miles

Nearside Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 25,171 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 23,595 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 21,213 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 17,904 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 13,427 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 13,427 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 8,303 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 5,132 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 2,584 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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FX51 EWD 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 FX51 EWD, 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 FX51 EWD registered?

FX51 EWD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FX51 EWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 EWD 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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