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KE51 YWS

2001 Piaggio Zip

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,596 mi
Last recorded37,596 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2010
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 YWS
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2010 37,596 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 37,596 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 33,497 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 27,920 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2008 27,920 miles

Drive belt worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. (3.2.A1b)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 24,085 miles

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2006 24,085 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2005 13,573 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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 YWS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YWS, 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 YWS registered?

KE51 YWS is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is KE51 YWS safe to buy?

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