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KV51 KGF

2001 Piaggio Zip

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,135 mi
Last recorded12,135 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 KGF
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2012 12,135 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 30 Oct 2012 21,322 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

front fairing panel loose

front sidelight lenses missing

front tyre worn out of shape

no mirrors

number plate holder loose

raer mudguard loose

Pass 31 Oct 2011 16,170 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,884 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 9,138 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 6,298 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 3,790 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 KGF is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KGF, 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 KGF registered?

KV51 KGF is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 8 December 2001.

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