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GX51 UYT

2001 Piaggio Zip

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,089 mi
Last recorded10,089 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 UYT
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 10,089 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 8,529 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 18,919 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 18,500 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 17,156 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 17,149 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 17,140 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 17,097 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 17,090 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 17,068 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 15,557 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 13,437 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 12,684 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 10,532 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 10,002 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 9,657 miles

low tread on rear tyre.

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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GX51 UYT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GX51 UYT, 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 GX51 UYT registered?

GX51 UYT is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 13 September 2001.

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