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KV51 EXL

2001 Piaggio Zip

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,009 mi
Last recorded11,009 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 EXL
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 11,009 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 7,293 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 1,888 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 1,888 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 1,731 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 1,721 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 927 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 789 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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KV51 EXL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 KV51 EXL, 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 KV51 EXL registered?

KV51 EXL is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 2 November 2001.

Is KV51 EXL safe to buy?

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