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KE51 BZG

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,960 mi
Last recorded8,960 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 BZG
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 8,960 miles

has a 125 engine fitted to 50 mounts that will wear out

Fail 22 Aug 2012 8,960 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

has a 125 engine fitted to 50 mounts that will wear out

Pass 12 Nov 2010 5,592 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 5,592 miles

Front Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 3,316 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 3,316 miles

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

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 13,740 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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KE51 BZG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 KE51 BZG, 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 KE51 BZG registered?

KE51 BZG is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for KE51 BZG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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