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LF51 LLU

2001 Piaggio Zip

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,981 mi
Last recorded37,981 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2012
Typical for 2001 Piaggio Zip10,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 LLU
MakePiaggio
ModelZip
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2012 37,981 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 37,981 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 32,509 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 32,509 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2010 24,328 miles

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

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 4 May 2010 24,328 miles

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

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 24,301 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 21,855 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 18,520 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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LF51 LLU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LF51 LLU, 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 LF51 LLU registered?

LF51 LLU is a 2001 Piaggio Zip, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is LF51 LLU safe to buy?

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