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HW51 FJE

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,852 mi
Last recorded11,852 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 FJE
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 11,852 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 11,852 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 11,848 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 10,493 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 10,336 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 9,986 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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

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 FJE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FJE, 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 FJE registered?

HW51 FJE is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is HW51 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW51 FJE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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