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GX51 VMZ

2001 Piaggio Zip

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,222 mi
Last recorded12,222 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 VMZ
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2012 12,222 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 12,217 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 11,399 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 11,399 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 16,520 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 16,517 miles

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 14,785 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,226 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 4,869 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 4,408 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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GX51 VMZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GX51 VMZ, 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 VMZ registered?

GX51 VMZ is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 23 October 2001.

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