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HW51 EPP

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,587 mi
Last recorded14,587 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 EPP
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 14,587 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Fail 8 Sep 2011 14,587 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2010 11,110 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 9,608 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2009 9,608 miles

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

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 8,234 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 7,263 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 6,070 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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HW51 EPP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HW51 EPP, 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 HW51 EPP registered?

HW51 EPP is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HW51 EPP safe to buy?

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