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GK51 EJV

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,584 mi
Last recorded16,584 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 EJV
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2012 16,584 miles

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

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 14,273 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 13,662 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 13,662 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Oct 2008 11,487 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 9,371 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 6,761 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 6,761 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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GK51 EJV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GK51 EJV, 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 GK51 EJV registered?

GK51 EJV is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 November 2001.

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