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HF51 FZO

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,902 mi
Last recorded22,902 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 FZO
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2024 22,902 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 22,733 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 22,041 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 22,041 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 14,689 miles

Front Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 14,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 8 Sep 2010 14,689 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jun 2009 14,230 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 8,921 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 FZO is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FZO, 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 HF51 FZO registered?

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

Is HF51 FZO safe to buy?

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