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GN51 YLE

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,148 mi
Last recorded9,148 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 YLE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2012 9,148 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 6,492 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 6,492 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 5 Nov 2011 6,490 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

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

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

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 6,490 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2010 6,490 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2009 6,118 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2008 1,988 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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GN51 YLE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GN51 YLE, 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 GN51 YLE registered?

GN51 YLE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 20 October 2001.

Is GN51 YLE safe to buy?

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