MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
15,688 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Piaggio Zip?
Based on 101,622 MOT tests across 18,758 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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HW51 ESF is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 ESF, 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 HW51 ESF registered?
HW51 ESF is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 6 September 2001.
Is HW51 ESF safe to buy?
The MOT history for HW51 ESF shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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