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HF51 MZP

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,511 mi
Last recorded15,511 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2009
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 MZP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2009 15,511 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 15,479 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

speedometer not working

Fail 10 Oct 2008 15,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2007 13,385 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2007 13,385 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 10,631 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2006 10,631 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 9,883 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 MZP 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 HF51 MZP, 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 MZP registered?

HF51 MZP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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