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HX51 VHY

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,202 mi
Last recorded11,202 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2008
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX51 VHY
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2008 11,202 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 11,202 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 5,837 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 4,568 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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HX51 VHY 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 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 HX51 VHY, 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 HX51 VHY registered?

HX51 VHY is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 27 October 2001.

Is HX51 VHY safe to buy?

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