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HF51 FZD

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

10,605 mi
Last recorded10,605 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 FZD
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 10,605 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 10,560 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 10,560 miles

Brake component inadequately mounted front brake flexi pipe (1.1.21 (c))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 5,499 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 2,298 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 2,262 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 2,247 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 2,106 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 2,056 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 2,050 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 1,728 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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HF51 FZD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HF51 FZD, 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 HF51 FZD registered?

HF51 FZD is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HF51 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 FZD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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